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Virupa
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Yongle reign (1403-1424)
1972.96CCCC0
Brush with Carved Design
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Wanli mark and reign (1573-1619)
1967.194CCCC0
Gathering at Lanting (Orchid Pavilion)
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1974.72CCCC0
Wine Cup with Children at Play
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Chenghua mark and period (1465-1487)
1957.61CCCC0
Stem Cup
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Xuande mark and period (1426-1435)
1957.60CCCC0
Dish
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Chenghua mark and period (1465-1487)
1989.288CCCC0
Covered Jar
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Wanli reign (1573-1620)
1957.62CCCC0
Mandala Base
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1987.58CCCC0
Morning Sun over Heavenly Citadel Peak
Ding Yunpeng (Chinese, 1547-c. 1628)
1965.28CCCC0
Bowl with Dragons and Clouds
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Hongwu period (1368-98)
1964.222CCCC0
Cup with Dragon and Clouds
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Jiajing mark and reign (1522-66)
1964.176CCCC0
Plate with Grapes and Floral Sprays
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Yongle period (1403-24)
1953.127CCCC0
Zhi and Xu's Pure Conversation
Lan Ying (Chinese, 1585–after 1664)
1970.128CCCC0
Garden for Solitary Enjoyment
Qiu Ying (Chinese, 1494–1552)
1978.67CCCC0
Clip for Paper with Sage Seated Under a Pine
Pu Zhongqian (Chinese, active 1600s)
1977.8CCCC0
Prunus Vase (Meiping) with Blossoming Lotus
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1942.716CCCC0
Ink Cake with Wang Ziqiao
Fang Yulu (Chinese, active c. 1570–1619)
1942.233CCCC0
Large Bowl with Molded Decoration
China, Zhejiang province, Longquan kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
2020.188CCCC0
Bowl (wan) with Water Plants and Arabesques
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Zhengde mark and reign (1506-21)
1957.359CCCC0
Pair of Roundback Armchairs: Lohan Type
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) or Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1955.40CCCC0
River and Mountains on a Clear Autumn Day
Dong Qichang (Chinese, 1555–1636)
1959.46CCCC0
Yellow-Glazed Bowl
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368–1644), Zhengde mark and reign (1505–21)
2020.180CCCC0
Guqin made by Zhang Ruixiu of Suzhou
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1918.371CCCC0
Low Table (kang zhuo) with Dragons in Clouds
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) or Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1964.228CCCC0
Raft Cup
Zhu Bishan (Chinese, c. 1300-aft 1362)
1977.7CCCC0
Chest for Storing Garments
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1975.10CCCC0
Zhongli Quan Crossing the Ocean
Zhao Qi (Chinese, active early 1500s)
1976.13CCCC0
Beggars and Street Characters
Zhou Chen (Chinese, c. 1450-c. 1536)
1964.94CCCC0
Square Double-Gourd Vase with Floral Scrolls
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Jiajing mark and reign (1522-66)
1964.172CCCC0
Jar
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Jiajing mark and reign (1522-66)
1917.13CCCC0
Side Table
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) or Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1964.229CCCC0
Jar with Dragon and Phoenix Design
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Jiajing mark and reign (1522-66)
1972.14CCCC0
Bowl with Decoration of the "Three Friends"
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Xuande mark and reign (1426-1435)
1953.631CCCC0
Meiping  Vase with Cloud Collars and Peony Sprays
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Yongle period (1403-1424)
1964.167CCCC0
Jar with Dragons Pursuing Flaming Jewels
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Jiajing mark and reign (1522-66)
1989.291CCCC0
Leaping Carp
Liu Jie (Chinese, c. 1447–1520s)
1977.55CCCC0
Kneeling Boy, Fragment
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1989.329CCCC0
Side Table with Everted Ends
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1955.42CCCC0
River Village in a Rainstorm
Lu Wenying (Chinese)
1970.76CCCC0
Thangka with the Seventh Bodhisattva
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1991.2CCCC0
Seated Amitābha
Chinese, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1994.94CCCC0
Brush Washer with Dragons
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Xuande reign (1426-35)
1964.166CCCC0
Old Trees by a Wintry Brook
Wen Zhengming (Chinese, 1470–1559)
1997.102CCCC0
Vase with Floral Scrolls
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1969.285CCCC0
Dice Bowl
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Xuande mark and period (1426-1435)
1989.287CCCC0
Tihong
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Wanli reign (1572-1620)
1961.420CCCC0
The Immortal Li Tieguai
Su Wennan (Chinese)
1973.158CCCC0
Eagles
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1915.710CCCC0
Bodhisattva Guanyin of the South Sea
China, Fujian Province, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) - Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1950.579CCCC0
The Five Hundred Arhats
Wu Bin (Chinese, active c. 1591–1626)
1971.16CCCC0
The Poet Lin Bu Wandering in the Moonlight
Du Jin (Chinese, 1446-c. 1519)
1954.582CCCC0
Clouds Visiting a Mountain Retreat
Tao Hong (Chinese, active c. 1610–1640)
1971.19CCCC0
Clouds and Waves at the Wu Gorge
Xie Shichen (Chinese, 1487–after 1567)
1968.213CCCC0
Old Pine Tree
Wen Zhengming (Chinese, 1470–1559)
1964.43CCCC0
Chrysanthemums and Cabbage
Tao Cheng (Chinese, active c. 1471–after 1502)
1960.40CCCC0
Rank Badge (buzi)
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1985.32CCCC0
Xu Jingyang Moving His Family
Cui Zizhong (Chinese, 1574–1644)
1961.90CCCC0
The Hermit Xu You Resting by a Stream
Dai Jin (Chinese, 1388–1462)
1974.45CCCC0
Birds Gather under the Spring Willow
Yin Hong (Chinese, c. 1430-c. 1500)
1974.31CCCC0
Blossoms
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1932.125CCCC0
A Hundred Birds and the Three Friends
Bian Wenjin (Chinese, about 1354–1428)
1980.12CCCC0
Bowl with Lotus Scrolls
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1989.297CCCC0
Dish
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Xuande mark and period (1426-1435)
1989.285CCCC0
Saying Farewell at Xunyang (Song of the Pipa)
Wen Boren (Chinese, 1502–1575)
1954.581CCCC0
Arrow Vase with Persian Inscriptions and Floral Scrolls
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Zhengde mark and reign (1505-1521)
1964.170CCCC0
Pair of Seated Buddhas
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1970.149CCCC0
Buddhist Priest's Ceremonial Robe
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1987.57CCCC0
Shakyamuni under the Bodhi Tree
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1971.68CCCC0
Bowl in Form of Archaic Gui
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Chongzhen reign (1628-44) or Qing dynasty, Shunzhi reign (1644-61), but Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Jiajing mark (1522-66)
1964.175CCCC0
Bowl with Lily Scrolls
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Chenghua mark and period (1465-1487)
1967.64CCCC0
Mirror with Confucian Maxim
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1995.395CCCC0
Huzhou Mirror
China, Huzhou, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1995.370CCCC0
Mt. Qingbian
Dong Qichang (Chinese, 1555–1636)
1980.10CCCC0
Returning to the Village in a Rainstorm
Xie Shichen (Chinese, 1487–after 1567)
1975.94CCCC0
Stem Cup
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Xuande mark and period (1426-1435)
1964.168CCCC0
Landscape in the Style of Juran
Liu Du (Chinese, active c. 1628-after 1653)
1915.621CCCC0
Plum Blossom Cup
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, "Transitional period", Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Tianqi reign (1621-1627)
1989.295CCCC0
Flowering Crab Apple
Shen Zhou (Chinese, 1427–1509)
1997.101CCCC0
Fisherman's Joy
Qian Gu (Chinese, 1508–c. 1578)
1977.56CCCC0
Bulb Bowl
China, Henan province, Yuxian, Juntai, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1957.33CCCC0
Listening to the Qin
Tang Yin (Chinese, 1470–1523)
1977.199CCCC0
Ink Plum
Peng Xu (Chinese, active 1488–1521)
1970.80CCCC0
The Mountain of Five Cataracts
Chen Hongshou (Chinese, 1598/99–1652)
1966.366CCCC0
Amitābha Triad
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1961.135CCCC0
Shakyamuni with two attendants
China, Yuan (1271-1368) or early Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1982.25CCCC0
The Haven of the Peach-Blossom Spring
Shi Rui (Chinese, c. 1400-c. 1470)
1952.283CCCC0
Transitional Blue-and-White Square Bottle
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Chongzhen reign (1628-44) or Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Kangxi reign (1662-1722)
2018.293CCCC0
Playing the Qin in a Secluded Valley
Wen Zhengming (Chinese, 1470–1559)
1969.60CCCC0
Incense Burner in the form of an archaic bronze vessel
Chinese, Fujian province, Dehua, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1989.296CCCC0
Sadaksari-Lokesvara Mandala
Tibet, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1965.336CCCC0
Children at Play
Xia Kui (Chinese, active c. 1405–1445)
1915.110CCCC0
A Pair of Peafowl
Lin Liang (Chinese, 1416–1480)
1964.242CCCC0
Reminiscences of Qinhuai River
Shitao (Chinese, 1642–1707)
1966.31.8CCCC0
New Year's Day in a Village at Stone Lake
Li Shida (Chinese, c. 1549–c. 1621)
1980.178CCCC0
Mountains of the Immortals
Chen Ruyan (Chinese, c. 1331–1371) and 1 other
1997.95CCCC0
Portrait of an Official
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) - Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1982.35CCCC0
Greeting the Spring
Wu Bin (Chinese, active c. 1591–1626)
1959.45CCCC0
Twelve Views of Tiger Hill
Shen Zhou (Chinese, 1427–1509)
1964.371CCCC0
Water Village
Wen Boren (Chinese, 1502–1575)
1985.370CCCC0
Gourd Flask with Floral Medallion
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Yongle period (1403-24)
1964.182CCCC0
Landscape in the Style of Huang Gongwang
Gu Tianzhi (Chinese, active mid-1600s)
1970.3CCCC0
Seated Guanyin
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
2006.140CCCC0
Squirrel on a Pine Branch
Song Tian (Chinese, active 1300s)
2015.498CCCC0
Solitary Colors of the Autumn Woods
Wang Jianzhang (Chinese, active 1621–1662)
1972.68CCCC0
Potter Seated with Double Gourd Vase
China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368) - Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1973.14CCCC0
Dish with Spray of Gardenia amidst Pomegranate, Lotus, and Grapes
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Hongzhi mark and reign (1488-1505)
1964.212CCCC0
Mt. Taibo in the Style of Wang Meng
Du Qiong (Chinese, 1396–1474)
1968.195CCCC0
Bowl with "Land of Daoist Immortals" Scene
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Xuande mark and reign (1426-35)
1962.260CCCC0
Mount Hua
Tang Yin (Chinese, 1470–1523)
1969.116CCCC0
Bowl with Dragons and Clouds
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Yongle period (1403-1424)
1964.165CCCC0
Brush Holder
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, "Transitional period", Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Chongzhen reign (1628-1644)
1940.709CCCC0
Manjushri
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1989.67CCCC0
A Scholar's Retreat amid Autumn Trees
Wang Fu (Chinese, 1362–1416)
1997.98CCCC0
Lady Xuanwen Giving Instruction on the Rites of Zhou
Chen Hongshou (Chinese, 1598/99–1652)
1961.89CCCC0
Bowl
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Hongzhi mark and period (1488-1505)
1989.289CCCC0
Libation Cup (Jue)
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Yongle reign (1402-1424)
1957.59CCCC0
Dish
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Xuande mark and period (1425-1435)
1989.286CCCC0
Lotus-Seed Bowl with Petals and Arabesques
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Yongle period (1403-1424)
1953.15CCCC0
Baluster Jar and Cover
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368–1644) or Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
2020.179CCCC0
Jar with Chrysanthemum Decoration: Fahua Ware
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1942.717CCCC0
Flowers of Four Seasons, with Poems
Wang Guxiang (Chinese, 1501–1568)
1977.4CCCC0
Washing the Feet (from the Dusty World)
Wen Boren (Chinese, 1502–1575)
1997.103CCCC0
Brush Pot with Episode from Life on Sima Guang
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Qing dynasty, Shunzhi period (1644-61)
1964.179CCCC0
Ewer
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1952.477CCCC0
Bowl with Peony Decoration
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Xuande mark and reign (1425-1435)
1954.372CCCC0
Paintings after Ancient Masters
Chen Hongshou (Chinese, 1598/99–1652)
1979.27CCCC0
Shoulao (The God of Longevity)
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1940.691CCCC0
The Monk Budai
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1973.26CCCC0
Embroidery from a Cloud Collar: Ocean, Rocks, and Peonies
China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368) - early Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1993.10CCCC0
Pair of Hexagonal Flower Pots
China, Henan province, Yuxian, Juntai, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1942.661CCCC0
Fish
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1977.201CCCC0
Poet and Recluse Hanshan
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1991.117CCCC0
Clearing Autumn Mists in the Chu Mountains
Lan Ying (Chinese, 1585–after 1664)
1971.231CCCC0
Bowl with Fish and Water Plants
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Jiajing mark and reign (1522-66)
1964.173CCCC0
No image available
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1975.254CCCC0
Spring Rain Thatched Hut
Wang Jianzhang (Chinese, active 1621–1662)
2008.108CCCC0
Plate with Phoenix and Peonies
China, Southern Fujian province, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1954.579CCCC0
A Solitary Crane in the Bamboo Grove
Tao Hong (Chinese, active c. 1610–1640)
1999.224CCCC0
Ink Cake with One Hundred Children at Play
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1942.214CCCC0
A Hundred Sparrows in a Lofty Grove
Lin Liang (Chinese, 1416–1480)
1981.4CCCC0
Cupstand with Floral Scrolls
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Hongwu reign (1368-1398)
1984.162CCCC0
No image available
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1961.212CCCC0
Eighteen Views of Huzhou
Song Xu (Chinese, 1525-c. 1606)
1998.78CCCC0
Jar with Scenes from the Land of Daoist Immortals
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1972.63CCCC0
Canopy with Dragon among Flowers
China, Center: Southern Song dynasty (1127-1270) Border: Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1995.1CCCC0
Four Poems: Calligraphy in Cursive Script (xingshu)
Chen Jiru (Chinese, 1558–1639)
2004.65CCCC0
Garden Seat:  Fahua Ware
China, Jiangxi province, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1942.704CCCC0
Miracle of the Dragon
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1991.9CCCC0
Jar:  Celadon Ware
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1917.378CCCC0
Candlesticks
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1989.298CCCC0
Ducks under Reeds
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1915.117CCCC0
Meditative Visit to a Mountain Retreat: In Picture and in Words
Xiang Shengmo (Chinese, 1597–1658)
1962.42CCCC0
Bowl
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Kangxi reign (1661-1722)
1940.962CCCC0
Basket Shaped Vase: Ding Ware
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1989.300CCCC0
Stem Cup
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1989.322CCCC0
Writing Books under the Pine Trees
Wang Meng (Chinese, c. 1308–1385)
1997.94CCCC0
Altar Table
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1964.230CCCC0
Listening to the Sound of Autumn in a Misty Grove
Zhang Feng (Chinese, active c. 1632–1662)
1977.173CCCC0
Low Table (Anji)
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1964.232CCCC0
Bowl: Cizhou ware
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1948.207CCCC0
Thin Forest and Distant Mountains
Li Liufang (Chinese, 1575–1629)
1953.630CCCC0
Returning Peasants in a Spring Evening
Tao Hong (Chinese, active c. 1610–1640)
1999.223CCCC0
White-Glazed Jar with Hidden Design
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
2020.185CCCC0
Round Covered Box with Medallions
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Jiajing mark and reign (1522-66)
1964.211CCCC0
Table Top Cupboard: Gui
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1964.231CCCC0
Vase:  Celadon Ware
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1917.8CCCC0
Cup with Dragons and Phoenixes
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Jiajing mark and reign (1522-66)
1964.171CCCC0
Listening to the Bamboo
Wen Zhengming (Chinese, 1470–1559)
1977.172CCCC0
Heavenly King Virudhaka
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1918.544CCCC0
Game Table
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) - Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1955.38CCCC0
Vase with Branch of Plum Blossoms
China, Shanxi province, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1944.223CCCC0
Dish with Dragon and Clouds
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Jiajing mark and reign (1522-66)
1989.292CCCC0
Phoenix and Tree Peony
China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368) - Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1992.95CCCC0
Fish and Rocks
Bada Shanren (Chinese, 1626–1705)
1953.247CCCC0
Square Jar
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Jiajing mark and reign (1522-66)
1964.174CCCC0
Bowl with Numinous Fungi and Kirin
Seifū Yohei III (Japanese, 1851–1914)
2022.241CCCC0
Small Jardiniere with Three Legs:  Fahua Ware
China, Jiangxi province, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1942.713CCCC0
Dish
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1972.257CCCC0
Ink Cake
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1952.466CCCC0
Boy and Dog
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1961.15CCCC0
Dragon and Tiger
Sesson Shūkei (Japanese, c. 1492–c. 1577)
1959.136.1CCCC0
Head of a Lohan
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1917.293CCCC0
The Peach Blossom Spring
Liu Du (Chinese, active c. 1628-after 1653)
1971.227CCCC0
Bulb Bowl
Northern China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368) - Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1942.660CCCC0
Bowl with Dragons in Waves
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Zhengde mark and reign (1506-21)
1989.290CCCC0
Looking for a Monastery in the Misty Mountains
Chen Chun (Chinese, 1483–1544)
1979.28CCCC0
Tapestry
China, Ming Period (1368-1644)
1916.1334CCCC0
Dish
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Jiajing mark and reign (1522-66)
1930.326CCCC0
Bowl with Bands of Tibetan (Lança) Characters
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Wanli mark and reign (1573-1619)
1989.294CCCC0
Flowers and Rocks
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1915.116CCCC0
Platter
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1917.885CCCC0
Octagonal Ink Cake
Cheng Junfang (Chinese, active c. 1570-c. 1624)
1942.232CCCC0
Wickerwork Box
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Wanli reign (1572-1620)
1965.30CCCC0
Ink Cake
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1942.213CCCC0
Teacups with Dragons
Seifū Yohei I (Japanese, 1801–1861)
2022.144CCCC0
Beaker Vase
China, Shanxi province, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1944.224CCCC0
Landscape
Sesshū Tōyō (Japanese, 1420–1506)
2015.589CCCC0
Brinjal Bowl
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) - Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1930.316CCCC0
Lotus Blossom
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) or later
1941.282CCCC0
Landscape
Sesshū Tōyō (Japanese, 1420–1506)
2015.590CCCC0
Vase: Ding ware
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1915.364CCCC0
Jar, T'u Ting yao
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1915.389CCCC0
Bamboo and Rock
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) or later
1941.291CCCC0
Ink Cake with Architectural Design
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Qianlong inscription, mark, and reign (1736-95)
1942.212CCCC0
Scholar-Hermits in the Autumn Mountains
Tang Yin (Chinese, 1470–1523)
1976.94CCCC0
Bowl with Ducks over Lotus Pond
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Wanli reign (1573-1620)
1989.293CCCC0
Pine Wind from Myriad Villages
Wu Li (Chinese, 1632–1718)
1954.584CCCC0
Waiting for the Moon in the Mid Autumn Festival
Shi Rui (Chinese, c. 1400-c. 1470)
1973.72CCCC0
Seal
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) or earlier
1942.488CCCC0
Sleeping Bird on a Prunus Branch
Bian Wenjin (Chinese, about 1354–1428)
1967.249CCCC0
Sacrificial Vessel
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) ?
1925.791CCCC0
Bamboo
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1932.129CCCC0
Untitled
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1932.131CCCC0
Branching Stump
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) or later
1941.281CCCC0
The Nine Elders of the Mountain of Fragrance
Xie Huan (Chinese, c. 1370-c.1450)
1997.99CCCC0
Man on a Hillside under a Tree Overlooking a River
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) ?
1915.707CCCC0
Blossoms and Birds
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1932.127CCCC0
Blossoms
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1932.133CCCC0
Flowering Prunus
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) or later
1941.286CCCC0
Landscape
Shao Gao (Chinese, c. 1595-c. 1643)
1998.95CCCC0
Double Gourd-shaped Bottle: Ding ware
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1915.361CCCC0
Tea Cup
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1930.305CCCC0
Untitled
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1932.132CCCC0
Bird Shaped Ink Stone
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) ?
1952.508CCCC0
Box with Butterfly
Seifū Yohei I (Japanese, 1801–1861)
2022.149CCCC0
Horse
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) - Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1952.481CCCC0
Narcissus and Rocks
Lu Tianru (Chinese, first half of 1400s)
1974.28CCCC0
Plants and Insects
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1915.711CCCC0
Untitled
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1932.126CCCC0
Tripod Bulb Dish
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1917.309CCCC0
Bowl: Cizhou ware
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1948.210CCCC0
Tripod:  Ding
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1956.606CCCC0
Dragon Mirror
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1995.377CCCC0
Seated Guanyin
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1916.19CCCC0
Fan-shaped Album Painting
Fan Kuan (Chinese, active c. 990–c. 1030)
1952.284CCCC0
Head of a Patriarch
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) or earlier
1925.133CCCC0
Bamboo
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1932.130CCCC0
Bamboo
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1932.134CCCC0
Dish
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Wanli mark and reign (1573-1619)
1930.315CCCC0
Gourd-shaped Vase
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1917.301CCCC0
Swallow on Flowering Peach Branch
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) or later
1941.287CCCC0
Vase:  Dhong-ke Ware
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1956.712CCCC0
Flowering Magnolia and Peach Blossoms
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) or later
1941.284CCCC0
Bowl with Auspicious Words and Floral Motifs
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
2022.243CCCC0
Vase
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1917.2CCCC0
Helmet
Sino-Tibetan, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1917.305CCCC0
Pilgrim Bottle
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1917.313CCCC0
Untitled
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1932.128CCCC0
Double Gourd-shaped Green Vase
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1956.711CCCC0
Landscape in Color after Ni Zan
Wang Yuanqi (Chinese, 1642–1715)
1954.583CCCC0
Reclining Water Buffalo
China, Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), Kangxi reign (1642-1722)
1962.223CCCC0
Covered Box with Dragons
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Wanli reign (1572-1620)
1992.76CCCC0
Gu-Shaped Vase
Seifū Yohei III (Japanese, 1851–1914)
2022.224CCCC0
Bowl
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Xuande reign (1425-1435)
1920.410CCCC0
Lonely Retreat Overlooking a Misty Valley
Sheng Maoye (Chinese, active early 1600s)
1961.88CCCC0
Gu-shaped Vase
Seifū Yohei III (Japanese, 1851–1914)
2022.223CCCC0
Bottle with Incised and Sgraffito Fish Design
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1962.153CCCC0
Ritual Weapons
Sino-Tibetan, Derge School, Yongle period (1403-1427)
1978.9CCCC0
Vase:  Fahua ware
China, Jiangxi province, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1920.405CCCC0
Drinking in the Moonlight
Ma Yuan (Chinese, c. 1150-after 1255)
1997.89CCCC0
Brush Holder with Bamboo and Landscape Design
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1988.74CCCC0
Nesting Dishes with Scattered Pine Needles and Maple Leaves
Seifū Yohei I (Japanese, 1801–1861)
2022.147CCCC0
Fishermen Plate
China, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Yongzheng reign (1723–35)
2021.146CCCC0
Guan-Shaped Vessel with Floral Scroll
Seifū Yohei IV (Japanese, 1872–1951)
2022.227CCCC0
Haboku (Flung-ink) Landscape
Shūgetsu Tōkan (Japanese, 1440?-1529)
1976.59CCCC0
Flattened Ovoid Snuff Bottle with Stopper
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Wanli reign (1572-1620)
1944.210CCCC0
No image available
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Jiajing reign (1521-1566)
1987.159CCCC0
Herbaceous Peony
Yun Shouping (Chinese, 1633–1690)
1967.192CCCC0
Bowl with Dragon Roundels
Seifū Yohei III (Japanese, 1851–1914)
2022.237CCCC0
Streams and Mountains
Xu Ben (Chinese, 1335–1380)
1997.96CCCC0
Brushwasher in Form of Lingzhi Fungus
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Qianlong mark and reign (1736-95)
1964.225CCCC0
Landscape with Flying Geese
Ma Lin (Chinese, c. 1185–after 1260)
1952.285CCCC0
Meiping Vase with Carved Floral Sprays
China, Song dynasty (960-1279)
2017.20CCCC0
Empty Arbor and Rapid Waterfall
Zhang Ning (Chinese, 1426-c. 1495)
1985.368CCCC0
The Holy Family
Northern India, Mughal court, early 17th century
2013.312CCCC0
Vase
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1952.506CCCC0
Hu-Shaped Vase with Handles
Seifū Yohei IV (Japanese, 1872–1951)
2022.226CCCC0
Ink Cake with Dragon in Relief
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1942.211CCCC0
Ink Cake
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1942.236CCCC0
Ink Cake
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1942.205CCCC0
Tortoise
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1952.569CCCC0
Tong-shaped Vase with Band of Cloud
Seifū Yohei III (Japanese, 1851–1914)
2022.225CCCC0
Horse
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1952.480CCCC0
Vase
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Wanli reign (1572-1620)
1930.307CCCC0
Box with Cover
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Wanli reign (1572-1620)
1966.117CCCC0
Teapot with Landscape and Imperial Poem
Chen Hanwen (Chinese, active c. 1720s–90s)
1980.27CCCC0
Center Table
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) - Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1955.39CCCC0
Wrist Rest
China, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Qianlong reign (1736–95)
1970.145CCCC0
Peonies
China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368)
1976.90CCCC0
Champion Vase
China, Song dynasty (960-1279) - Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1952.505CCCC0
Ten Thousand Li of the Yangzi
Dai Jin (Chinese, 1388–1462)
1948.140CCCC0
Gu-Shaped Vase with Patina
Seifū Yohei IV (Japanese, 1872–1951)
2022.230CCCC0
Recumbent Bull
China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1985.74CCCC0
Bamboo in the Wind
Puming (Xuechuang) (Chinese, active before 1274-after 1329)
1953.246CCCC0
Fluted Tray
China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368) - Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1988.55CCCC0
Double Cabinet
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) - Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1997.124CCCC0
Bowl with Birds and Flowers
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), "Transitional Period," Shunzi period (1644-61)
1964.227CCCC0
Purba
Sino-Tibetan, Yongle period (1403-1424)
1989.362CCCC0
Hunting on Horses
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) - Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1915.680CCCC0
Sacred Name of Tenjin
Sakugen Shūryō (Japanese, 1501–1579)
2015.508CCCC0
Large Jar with Peonies and Chrysanthemums
Japan, Edo period (1615-1868)
1964.266CCCC0
Silk Panel with Dragon and Cloud Motif
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Jiangnan Imperial Factory
1976.1087CCCC0
Landscape
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1917.94CCCC0
Bowl: Jun ware
South China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368) - Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1942.664CCCC0
Bowl: Jun ware
South China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368) - Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1942.666CCCC0
Lake Scene
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) ?
1915.708CCCC0
Han Yige
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1915.111CCCC0
Madam Han Neefang
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1915.112CCCC0
Views of Xiao and Xiang Rivers
Tani Bunchō (Japanese, 1763–1841)
1980.188CCCC0
Rank Badge (buzi)
China, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Qianlong reign (1736–95)
1948.70CCCC0
Ewer
China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368) - Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1957.28CCCC0
Toad
China, Six Dynasties period (317-581), Northern Wei dynasty (386-534)
1977.208CCCC0
Album of Daoist and Buddhist Themes: Search the Mountain: Leaf 41
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
2004.1.41CCCC0
Flower Pot Stand or Bulb Bowl
China, possibly Henan province, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368) - Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1944.169CCCC0
Rank Badge (buzi)
China, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Qianlong reign (1736–95)
1948.71CCCC0
Buddhist Retreat by Stream and Mountains
Juran (Chinese, active 960–985)
1959.348CCCC0
Snow Coloring the World White
Fa Ruozhen (Chinese, 1613–1696)
1979.76CCCC0
Rank Badge (buzi)
China, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Qianlong reign (1736–95)
1948.72CCCC0
Pair of Bowls with Xiwangmu and Attendants
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Kangxi reign (1662-1722), but Chenghua mark (1465-87)
1964.218CCCC0
Rank Badge (buzi)
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1916.1329CCCC0
Bowl
North China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368) - Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1957.37CCCC0
Rank Badge (buzi)
China, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Qianlong reign (1736–95)
1948.69CCCC0
Rank Badge (buzi)
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1916.1330CCCC0
No image available
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1949.9CCCC0
Dish with Figures in a Chinese Garden
Japan, Edo period (1615-1868)
1964.257CCCC0
Magpies and Wild Rabbits
Li Yong (Chinese, active 1200s)
1997.87CCCC0
Birds and Flowers in a Landscape of the Four Seasons
Sesshū Tōyō (Japanese, 1420–1506)
1961.204CCCC0
Dish with Laozi Riding a Water Buffalo (interior); Pavilion and...
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Yongzheng reign (1723-35)
1989.315CCCC0
Dish with Landscape and Inscription
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Kangxi period (1662-1722)
2019.176CCCC0
Bamboo, Rocks and Lonely Orchids
Zhao Mengfu (Chinese, 1254–1322)
1963.515CCCC0
Nine Songs
Zhang Wo (Chinese, active c.1336–after 1364) and 1 other
1959.138CCCC0
Barbarian Royalty Worshiping the Buddha
Zhao Guangfu (Chinese, c. 923–976)
1957.358CCCC0
Album of Miscellaneous Subjects
Fan Qi (Chinese, 1616–after 1694)
1975.22CCCC0
Scepter (Gui) with Miscellaneous Poems by Tao Qian (AD 365-427)
China, Possibly Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Qianlong period (1736-1795)
1960.278CCCC0
Old Trees by a Cool Spring
Li Shixing (Chinese, 1283–1328)
1970.41CCCC0
Title, DateArtist / CultureAccession numberMediumDimensionsCredit lineRights
Virupa
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Yongle reign (1403-1424)
1972.96Gilt bronze with silver, stones, and pigmentOverall: 43.6 cm (17 3/16 in.)Gift of Mary B. Lee, C. Bingham Blossom, Dudley S. Blossom III, Laurel B. Kovacik, and Elizabeth B. Blossom, in memory of Elizabeth B. BlossomCCCC0
Brush with Carved Design
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Wanli mark and reign (1573-1619)
1967.194carved bambooOverall: 24.2 cm (9 1/2 in.); Handle: 21 cm (8 1/4 in.); Top: 16.8 cm (6 5/8 in.)Anonymous GiftCCCC0
Gathering at Lanting (Orchid Pavilion)
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1974.72Carved cinnabar-red lacquerOverall: 48.5 x 21 cm (19 1/8 x 8 1/4 in.)Andrew R. and Martha Holden Jennings FundCCCC0
Wine Cup with Children at Play
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Chenghua mark and period (1465-1487)
1957.61porcelain with underglaze blue and overglaze enamel decoration, docai ("joined colors") wareOverall: 4.8 cm (1 7/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Stem Cup
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Xuande mark and period (1426-1435)
1957.60porcelain with underglaze blue and overglaze red enamel decorationOverall: 9 x 9.9 cm (3 9/16 x 3 7/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Dish
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Chenghua mark and period (1465-1487)
1989.288porcelain with yellow glazeDiameter: 21.5 cm (8 7/16 in.)Bequest of Mrs. Severance A. MillikinCCCC0
Covered Jar
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Wanli reign (1573-1620)
1957.62porcelain with blue underglaze decoration and overglaze enamels in red, green, and yellowOverall: 10.2 cm (4 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Mandala Base
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1987.58cloisonné enamelDiameter: 30.8 cm (12 1/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Morning Sun over Heavenly Citadel Peak
Ding Yunpeng (Chinese, 1547-c. 1628)
1965.28Hanging scroll; ink and light color on paperPainting: 212.7 x 55.4 cm (83 3/4 x 21 13/16 in.); Overall with knobs: 344.1 x 87.7 cm (135 1/2 x 34 1/2 in.)Andrew R. and Martha Holden Jennings FundCCCC0
Bowl with Dragons and Clouds
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Hongwu period (1368-98)
1964.222porcelain with molded and incised decoration and copper-red glazeDiameter: 10 cm (3 15/16 in.); Overall: 5 cm (1 15/16 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin CollectionCCCC0
Cup with Dragon and Clouds
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Jiajing mark and reign (1522-66)
1964.176porcelain with incised decoration and white glazeDiameter: 7.2 cm (2 13/16 in.); Overall: 5.8 cm (2 5/16 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin CollectionCCCC0
Plate with Grapes and Floral Sprays
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Yongle period (1403-24)
1953.127porcelain with underglaze blue decorationDiameter: 43.2 cm (17 in.); Overall: 7.7 cm (3 1/16 in.)Anonymous GiftCCCC0
Zhi and Xu's Pure Conversation
Lan Ying (Chinese, 1585–after 1664)
1970.128Hanging scroll; ink on paperPainting: 141 x 56 cm (55 1/2 x 22 1/16 in.); Overall with knobs: 246 x 80 cm (96 7/8 x 31 1/2 in.)Gift of Stephen O. K. ChenCCCC0
Garden for Solitary Enjoyment
Qiu Ying (Chinese, 1494–1552)
1978.67Handscroll; ink and light color on silkPainting: 28 x 518.5 cm (11 x 204 1/8 in.); Overall: 32 x 1290.2 cm (12 5/8 x 507 15/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Clip for Paper with Sage Seated Under a Pine
Pu Zhongqian (Chinese, active 1600s)
1977.8carved bambooOverall: 9.5 cm (3 3/4 in.)Edward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
Prunus Vase (Meiping) with Blossoming Lotus
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1942.716Porcelain with polychrome glazes, Fahua wareDiameter: 19 cm (7 1/2 in.); Overall: 37.5 cm (14 3/4 in.)Bequest of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Ink Cake with Wang Ziqiao
Fang Yulu (Chinese, active c. 1570–1619)
1942.233Molded ink and gold pigmentDiameter: 5.4 cm (2 1/8 in.)Gift of Henry W. KentCCCC0
Large Bowl with Molded Decoration
China, Zhejiang province, Longquan kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
2020.188Porcelaneous stonewareOverall: 15.1 x 42 cm (5 15/16 x 16 9/16 in.)Nancy F. and Joseph P. Keithley Collection GiftCCCC0
Bowl (wan) with Water Plants and Arabesques
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Zhengde mark and reign (1506-21)
1957.359porcelainDiameter: 21.6 cm (8 1/2 in.); Overall: 9.2 cm (3 5/8 in.)Anonymous GiftCCCC0
Pair of Roundback Armchairs: Lohan Type
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) or Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1955.40Rosewood (huanghuali)Overall: 85.4 x 58.4 cm (33 5/8 x 23 in.); Chair: 86 x 63.5 x 47 cm (33 7/8 x 25 x 18 1/2 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
River and Mountains on a Clear Autumn Day
Dong Qichang (Chinese, 1555–1636)
1959.46Handscroll; ink on Korean paperPainting only: 38.4 x 136.8 cm (15 1/8 x 53 7/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Yellow-Glazed Bowl
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368–1644), Zhengde mark and reign (1505–21)
2020.180Porcelain with monochrome yellow glazeOverall: 8 x 18.9 cm (3 1/8 x 7 7/16 in.)Nancy F. and Joseph P. Keithley Collection GiftCCCC0
Guqin made by Zhang Ruixiu of Suzhou
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1918.371Seven-string Asian long zither, chordophone, made from wood, lacquer, mother of pearl, and silk stringsOverall: 4.5 x 18.1 x 123.5 cm (1 3/4 x 7 1/8 x 48 5/8 in.)The Charles G. King, Jr. Collection. Gift of Ralph King in memory of Charles G. King, Jr.CCCC0
Low Table (kang zhuo) with Dragons in Clouds
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) or Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1964.228Rosewood (huanghuali) and metalOverall: 29 x 97.2 x 69.2 cm (11 7/16 x 38 1/4 x 27 1/4 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin CollectionCCCC0
Raft Cup
Zhu Bishan (Chinese, c. 1300-aft 1362)
1977.7hammered silver soldered together, with chased decorationOverall: 16 cm (6 5/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Chest for Storing Garments
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1975.10lacquered wood with mother-of-pearl inlayOverall: 43 x 56 x 54.7 cm (16 15/16 x 22 1/16 x 21 9/16 in.)Andrew R. and Martha Holden Jennings FundCCCC0
Zhongli Quan Crossing the Ocean
Zhao Qi (Chinese, active early 1500s)
1976.13Hanging scroll; ink and color on silkImage: 135 x 57.5 cm (53 1/8 x 22 5/8 in.); Overall: 233 x 71.6 cm (91 3/4 x 28 3/16 in.); with knobs: 233 x 77.5 cm (91 3/4 x 30 1/2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Beggars and Street Characters
Zhou Chen (Chinese, c. 1450-c. 1536)
1964.94Handscroll; ink and light color on paperOverall: 31.9 x 244.5 cm (12 9/16 x 96 1/4 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Square Double-Gourd Vase with Floral Scrolls
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Jiajing mark and reign (1522-66)
1964.172porcelain with underglaze blue decoration and overglaze enamelOverall: 8.8 cm (3 7/16 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin CollectionCCCC0
Jar
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Jiajing mark and reign (1522-66)
1917.13porcelain with underglaze blue decorationOverall: 34.6 cm (13 5/8 in.)Worcester R. Warner CollectionCCCC0
Side Table
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) or Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1964.229Rosewood (huanghuali)Overall: 86.4 x 199.4 x 41.9 cm (34 x 78 1/2 x 16 1/2 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin CollectionCCCC0
Jar with Dragon and Phoenix Design
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Jiajing mark and reign (1522-66)
1972.14carved lacquer in cinnabar and other colorsOverall: 11.8 cm (4 5/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Bowl with Decoration of the "Three Friends"
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Xuande mark and reign (1426-1435)
1953.631porcelain with underglaze blue decorationDiameter: 30.2 cm (11 7/8 in.); Overall: 11.2 cm (4 7/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Meiping  Vase with Cloud Collars and Peony Sprays
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Yongle period (1403-1424)
1964.167porcelain with incised decoration and white glazeDiameter: 20.3 cm (8 in.); Overall: 32.1 cm (12 5/8 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin CollectionCCCC0
Jar with Dragons Pursuing Flaming Jewels
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Jiajing mark and reign (1522-66)
1989.291procelain with wucai (five color) overglaze enamel decorationDiameter: 14.7 cm (5 13/16 in.); Overall: 12.9 cm (5 1/16 in.)Bequest of Mrs. Severance A. MillikinCCCC0
Leaping Carp
Liu Jie (Chinese, c. 1447–1520s)
1977.55hanging scroll, ink and color on silkImage: 140.5 x 83.7 cm (55 5/16 x 32 15/16 in.); Overall: 226 x 101.2 cm (89 x 39 13/16 in.); with knobs: 226 x 109.5 cm (89 x 43 1/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Kneeling Boy, Fragment
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1989.329ivoryOverall: 11 cm (4 5/16 in.)Bequest of Mrs. Severance A. MillikinCCCC0
Side Table with Everted Ends
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1955.42redwood veneer and camphor woodOverall: 88 x 51.8 cm (34 5/8 x 20 3/8 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
River Village in a Rainstorm
Lu Wenying (Chinese)
1970.76Hanging scroll; ink and slight color on silkPainting: 170.5 x 103.4 cm (67 1/8 x 40 11/16 in.); Overall with knobs: 279.6 x 134.3 cm (110 1/16 x 52 7/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Thangka with the Seventh Bodhisattva
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1991.2Silk and gold thread on silk satin ground, embroideryOverall: 43.8 x 19.5 cm (17 1/4 x 7 11/16 in.); Mounted: 56.8 x 31.8 cm (22 3/8 x 12 1/2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Seated Amitābha
Chinese, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1994.94hanging scroll, ink and color on silkOverall with knobs: 236.9 x 105.7 cm (93 1/4 x 41 5/8 in.); Painting only: 130.8 x 75 cm (51 1/2 x 29 1/2 in.)Gift of David S. Utterberg and the Severance and Greta Millikin Purchase FundCCCC0
Brush Washer with Dragons
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Xuande reign (1426-35)
1964.166porcelain with underglaze blue decorationDiameter: 18 cm (7 1/16 in.); Overall: 4.5 cm (1 3/4 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin CollectionCCCC0
Old Trees by a Wintry Brook
Wen Zhengming (Chinese, 1470–1559)
1997.102hanging scroll, ink and light color on paperImage: 114.3 x 47 cm (45 x 18 1/2 in.)Bequest of Mrs. A. Dean PerryCCCC0
Vase with Floral Scrolls
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1969.285cloisonné enamelOverall: 25.7 cm (10 1/8 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Dice Bowl
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Xuande mark and period (1426-1435)
1989.287porcelain with mottled blue glazeDiameter: 25 cm (9 13/16 in.); Overall: 11.6 cm (4 9/16 in.)Bequest of Mrs. Severance A. MillikinCCCC0
Tihong
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Wanli reign (1572-1620)
1961.420carved cinnabar lacquerOverall: 38.1 x 40.8 x 34.5 cm (15 x 16 1/16 x 13 9/16 in.)Norman O. Stone and Ella A. Stone Memorial FundCCCC0
The Immortal Li Tieguai
Su Wennan (Chinese)
1973.158bronzeOverall: 41.8 cm (16 7/16 in.)Cornelia Blakemore Warner FundCCCC0
Eagles
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1915.710Ink and color on silk panelPainting: 167.2 x 98.4 cm (65 13/16 x 38 3/4 in.); Overall framed: 189.3 x 114.5 cm (74 1/2 x 45 1/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Bodhisattva Guanyin of the South Sea
China, Fujian Province, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) - Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1950.579Porcelain with white glaze, Dehua wareOverall: 45.2 cm (17 13/16 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Zhao Mengfu Writing the Heart (Hridaya) Sutra in Exchange for Tea
Qiu Ying (Chinese, 1494–1552)
1963.102handscroll, ink and light color on paperImage: 20.6 x 78.3 cm (8 1/8 x 30 13/16 in.); Overall: 21.1 x 553.6 cm (8 5/16 x 217 15/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
The Five Hundred Arhats
Wu Bin (Chinese, active c. 1591–1626)
1971.16Handscroll; ink and color on paperOverall: 39.5 x 2646.5 cm (15 9/16 x 1041 15/16 in.); Painting only: 37.7 x 2347 cm (14 13/16 x 924 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
The Bodhisattvas of the Ten Stages in Attaining the Most Perfect...
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1973.70Pair of hanging scrolls; ink and color on silkPainting only: 140.5 x 79.1 cm (55 5/16 x 31 1/8 in.); Each overall with knobs: 227.2 x 120 cm (89 7/16 x 47 1/4 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
The Poet Lin Bu Wandering in the Moonlight
Du Jin (Chinese, 1446-c. 1519)
1954.582Hanging scroll; ink and color on paperImage: 156.4 x 72.4 cm (61 9/16 x 28 1/2 in.); Overall with knobs: 286.4 x 99 cm (112 3/4 x 39 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Clouds Visiting a Mountain Retreat
Tao Hong (Chinese, active c. 1610–1640)
1971.19Hanging scroll; ink on silkPainting: 176.4 x 101 cm (69 7/16 x 39 3/4 in.); Overall with knobs: 290 x 121.3 cm (114 3/16 x 47 3/4 in.)Andrew R. and Martha Holden Jennings FundCCCC0
Clouds and Waves at the Wu Gorge
Xie Shichen (Chinese, 1487–after 1567)
1968.213hanging scroll, ink and light color on paperPainting: 243.1 x 90 cm (95 11/16 x 35 7/16 in.); Overall with knobs: 295.6 x 115 cm (116 3/8 x 45 1/4 in.)Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
Old Pine Tree
Wen Zhengming (Chinese, 1470–1559)
1964.43handscroll, ink on paperPainting: 28 x 139.3 cm (11 x 54 13/16 in.); Overall: 29.3 x 596.9 cm (11 9/16 x 235 in.)Andrew R. and Martha Holden Jennings FundCCCC0
Chrysanthemums and Cabbage
Tao Cheng (Chinese, active c. 1471–after 1502)
1960.40handscroll, ink and slight color on paperOverall: 28.6 x 253.7 cm (11 1/4 x 99 7/8 in.)Anonymous GiftCCCC0
Rank Badge (buzi)
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1985.32silk; slit tapestry weave (kesi)Overall: 32 x 36.1 cm (12 5/8 x 14 3/16 in.)Dudley P. Allen FundCCCC0
Xu Jingyang Moving His Family
Cui Zizhong (Chinese, 1574–1644)
1961.90Hanging scroll; ink and color on silkOverall: 268.2 x 66 cm (105 9/16 x 26 in.); Painting only: 165.3 x 64 cm (65 1/16 x 25 3/16 in.); Overall with knobs: 268.2 x 74.1 cm (105 9/16 x 29 3/16 in.)Mr. and Mrs. William H. Marlatt FundCCCC0
The Hermit Xu You Resting by a Stream
Dai Jin (Chinese, 1388–1462)
1974.45Hanging scroll; ink and slight color on silkPainting: 138.2 x 75.2 cm (54 7/16 x 29 5/8 in.); Overall with knobs: 232.5 x 96.3 cm (91 9/16 x 37 15/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Birds Gather under the Spring Willow
Yin Hong (Chinese, c. 1430-c. 1500)
1974.31hanging scroll, ink and color on silkPainting: 240 x 195.5 cm (94 1/2 x 76 15/16 in.); Overall with knobs: 280 x 204 cm (110 1/4 x 80 5/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Blossoms
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1932.125color woodblock printOverall: 28.3 x 30.8 cm (11 1/8 x 12 1/8 in.)Edward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
A Hundred Birds and the Three Friends
Bian Wenjin (Chinese, about 1354–1428)
1980.12hanging scroll, ink and color on silkPainting: 153.5 x 95.4 cm (60 7/16 x 37 9/16 in.); Overall with knobs: 245 x 110 cm (96 7/16 x 43 5/16 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin Purchase FundCCCC0
Bowl with Lotus Scrolls
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1989.297porcelain with burnished and engraved gold (kinrande) decoration on green overglaze enamelDiameter: 6.4 x 12.1 cm (2 1/2 x 4 3/4 in.); Overall: 6.1 cm (2 3/8 in.)Bequest of Mrs. Severance A. MillikinCCCC0
Dish
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Xuande mark and period (1426-1435)
1989.285porcelain with copper-red glazeDiameter: 15 cm (5 7/8 in.); Overall: 3.9 cm (1 9/16 in.)Bequest of Mrs. Severance A. MillikinCCCC0
Saying Farewell at Xunyang (Song of the Pipa)
Wen Boren (Chinese, 1502–1575)
1954.581handscroll, ink and color on paperOverall: 27 x 271.3 cm (10 5/8 x 106 13/16 in.); Painting only: 21 x 60 cm (8 1/4 x 23 5/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Arrow Vase with Persian Inscriptions and Floral Scrolls
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Zhengde mark and reign (1505-1521)
1964.170porcelain with underglaze cobalt blue decorationDiameter: 10.7 cm (4 3/16 in.); Overall: 26 cm (10 1/4 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin CollectionCCCC0
Pair of Seated Buddhas
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1970.149gilt bronzeOverall: 9.9 cm (3 7/8 in.)Gift of Mrs. John Lyon Collyer in memory of her mother, Mrs. G. M. G. FormanCCCC0
Buddhist Priest's Ceremonial Robe
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1987.57silk and gold thread; embroideryOverall: 119.4 x 302.1 cm (47 x 118 15/16 in.)Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
Shakyamuni under the Bodhi Tree
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1971.68hanging scroll, ink and color on silkPainting: 128.5 x 62 cm (50 9/16 x 24 7/16 in.); Overall with knobs: 259 x 82.5 cm (101 15/16 x 32 1/2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Bowl in Form of Archaic Gui
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Chongzhen reign (1628-44) or Qing dynasty, Shunzhi reign (1644-61), but Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Jiajing mark (1522-66)
1964.175porcelain with camellia-leaf green glazeDiameter: 23.4 cm (9 3/16 in.); Overall: 9 cm (3 9/16 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin CollectionCCCC0
Bowl with Lily Scrolls
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Chenghua mark and period (1465-1487)
1967.64porcelain with underglaze blue decorationDiameter: 14.5 cm (5 11/16 in.); Overall: 6.9 cm (2 11/16 in.)Gift of John D. Rockefeller III, and purchase, John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Mirror with Confucian Maxim
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1995.395bronzeDiameter: 8.3 cm (3 1/4 in.); Overall: 0.6 cm (1/4 in.); Rim: 0.5 cm (3/16 in.)Gift of Drs. Thomas and Martha Carter in Honor of Sherman E. LeeCCCC0
Huzhou Mirror
China, Huzhou, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1995.370bronzeDiameter: 15.8 cm (6 1/4 in.); Overall: 1.1 cm (7/16 in.); Rim: 0.9 cm (3/8 in.)Gift of Drs. Thomas and Martha Carter in Honor of Sherman E. LeeCCCC0
Mt. Qingbian
Dong Qichang (Chinese, 1555–1636)
1980.10hanging scroll, ink on paperPainting: 225 x 67.6 cm (88 9/16 x 26 5/8 in.); Overall: 355 x 92.7 cm (139 3/4 x 36 1/2 in.)Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
Returning to the Village in a Rainstorm
Xie Shichen (Chinese, 1487–after 1567)
1975.94Handscroll; ink and light color on silkOverall: 40.3 x 425.4 cm (15 7/8 x 167 1/2 in.)Mr. and Mrs. William H. Marlatt FundCCCC0
Stem Cup
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Xuande mark and period (1426-1435)
1964.168porcelain with reversed underglaze blue and incised decorationDiameter: 10.1 cm (4 in.); Overall: 9 cm (3 9/16 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin CollectionCCCC0
Landscape in the Style of Juran
Liu Du (Chinese, active c. 1628-after 1653)
1915.621Hanging scroll mounted as a panel, ink and slight color on silkOverall: 169.5 x 105.1 cm (66 3/4 x 41 3/8 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Plum Blossom Cup
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, "Transitional period", Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Tianqi reign (1621-1627)
1989.295porcelain with underglaze blue and wucai (five color) overglaze enamel decorationOverall: 6.7 x 12.6 cm (2 5/8 x 4 15/16 in.)Bequest of Mrs. Severance A. MillikinCCCC0
Flowering Crab Apple
Shen Zhou (Chinese, 1427–1509)
1997.101hanging scroll, ink on paperPainting: 87 x 28.5 cm (34 1/4 x 11 1/4 in.); Overall with knobs: 238.5 x 52.5 cm (93 7/8 x 20 11/16 in.)Bequest of Mrs. A. Dean PerryCCCC0
Fisherman's Joy
Qian Gu (Chinese, 1508–c. 1578)
1977.56Handscroll; ink and light color on paperImage: 31.4 x 355.2 cm (12 3/8 x 139 13/16 in.); Overall: 37 x 989.4 cm (14 9/16 x 389 1/2 in.)The Severance and Greta Millikin Purchase FundCCCC0
Bulb Bowl
China, Henan province, Yuxian, Juntai, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1957.33porcelaneous stoneware, numbered Jun wareDiameter: 23.5 cm (9 1/4 in.); Overall: 8 cm (3 1/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Listening to the Qin
Tang Yin (Chinese, 1470–1523)
1977.199hanging scroll, ink and light color on silkOverall with knobs: 118 x 45 cm (46 7/16 x 17 11/16 in.); Painting: 35.8 x 29.1 cm (14 1/8 x 11 7/16 in.)Gift of Herbert F. Leisy in memory of his wife, Helen Stamp LeisyCCCC0
Ink Plum
Peng Xu (Chinese, active 1488–1521)
1970.80hanging scroll, ink on silkPainting: 127.2 x 66.8 cm (50 1/16 x 26 5/16 in.); Overall with knobs: 218.8 x 75.3 cm (86 1/8 x 29 5/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
The Mountain of Five Cataracts
Chen Hongshou (Chinese, 1598/99–1652)
1966.366hanging scroll, ink on silkPainting: 118 x 53 cm (46 7/16 x 20 7/8 in.); Overall: 232.4 x 69.7 cm (91 1/2 x 27 7/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Amitābha Triad
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1961.135Hanging scroll; ink and color on silkImage: 95.3 x 50.2 cm (37 1/2 x 19 3/4 in.); Overall: 196.2 x 73.3 cm (77 1/4 x 28 7/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Warren H. Corning, Mr. and Mrs. Herbert F. Leisy, Mr. and Mrs. Oscar J. Lange, and Leon Fletcher, Jr.CCCC0
Shakyamuni with two attendants
China, Yuan (1271-1368) or early Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1982.25Hanging scroll; ink, color, and gold on silkOverall: 293.5 x 136 cm (115 9/16 x 53 9/16 in.); Painting only: 218.4 x 112.8 cm (86 x 44 7/16 in.); with knobs: 293.5 x 144.2 cm (115 9/16 x 56 3/4 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
The Haven of the Peach-Blossom Spring
Shi Rui (Chinese, c. 1400-c. 1470)
1952.283Album leaf; ink and slight color on silkImage: 24.7 x 22.2 cm (9 3/4 x 8 3/4 in.); Overall: 66.7 x 40.4 cm (26 1/4 x 15 7/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Transitional Blue-and-White Square Bottle
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Chongzhen reign (1628-44) or Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Kangxi reign (1662-1722)
2018.293Porcelain with underglaze cobalt blue decorationheight: 31.1 cm (12 1/4 in.)Edward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
Playing the Qin in a Secluded Valley
Wen Zhengming (Chinese, 1470–1559)
1969.60hanging scroll, ink and light color on paperOverall: 132 x 50.5 cm (51 15/16 x 19 7/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Incense Burner in the form of an archaic bronze vessel
Chinese, Fujian province, Dehua, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1989.296Glazed white porcelain, Dehua wareDiameter: 12 cm (4 3/4 in.); Overall: 9.3 x 16.9 cm (3 11/16 x 6 5/8 in.)Bequest of Mrs. Severance A. MillikinCCCC0
Sadaksari-Lokesvara Mandala
Tibet, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1965.336woodOverall: 14.1 x 8.7 x 2.4 cm (5 9/16 x 3 7/16 x 15/16 in.)Gift of J. J. KlejmanCCCC0
Poem on Imperial Gift of an Embroidered Silk: Calligraphy in Cursive...
Wen Zhengming (Chinese, 1470–1559)
1998.169hanging scroll, ink on paperPainting only: 343.5 x 93.5 cm (135 1/4 x 36 13/16 in.); Overall with knobs: 698.5 x 124.4 cm (275 x 49 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Children at Play
Xia Kui (Chinese, active c. 1405–1445)
1915.110hanging scroll, ink and color on silkPainting: 62.5 x 113.7 cm (24 5/8 x 44 3/4 in.); Overall with knobs: 214 x 137 cm (84 1/4 x 53 15/16 in.)Gift of Charles L. FreerCCCC0
A Pair of Peafowl
Lin Liang (Chinese, 1416–1480)
1964.242hanging scroll, ink on silkPainting: 160 x 106 cm (63 x 41 3/4 in.); Overall with knobs: 256.5 x 133.3 cm (101 x 52 1/2 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin CollectionCCCC0
Reminiscences of Qinhuai River
Shitao (Chinese, 1642–1707)
1966.31.8Album leaf; ink and color on Song paperImage: 25.5 x 20.2 cm (10 1/16 x 7 15/16 in.); Overall: 33 x 24.3 cm (13 x 9 9/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
New Year's Day in a Village at Stone Lake
Li Shida (Chinese, c. 1549–c. 1621)
1980.178Album leaf; ink and light color on paperOverall: 33.3 x 53 cm (13 1/8 x 20 7/8 in.)Andrew R. and Martha Holden Jennings FundCCCC0
Mountains of the Immortals
Chen Ruyan (Chinese, c. 1331–1371) and 1 other
1997.95Handscroll; ink and color on silkPainting only: 33.4 x 97.3 cm (13 1/8 x 38 5/16 in.); height: 35 cm (13 3/4 in.)Bequest of Mrs. A. Dean PerryCCCC0
Portrait of an Official
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) - Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1982.35hanging scroll; ink and color on silkPainting only: 150.4 x 94.6 cm (59 3/16 x 37 1/4 in.); Including mounting: 233.7 x 123.5 cm (92 x 48 5/8 in.)The Thomas L. Fawick Memorial CollectionCCCC0
Greeting the Spring
Wu Bin (Chinese, active c. 1591–1626)
1959.45handscroll; ink and light color on paperImage: 34.3 x 252.8 cm (13 1/2 x 99 1/2 in.); Overall: 35 x 1022.2 cm (13 3/4 x 402 7/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Twelve Views of Tiger Hill
Shen Zhou (Chinese, 1427–1509)
1964.371Album of twelve leaves; ink or ink and slight color on paperOverall: 36.5 x 49.9 cm (14 3/8 x 19 5/8 in.)Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
Water Village
Wen Boren (Chinese, 1502–1575)
1985.370handscroll, ink and light color on paperOverall: 26.7 x 183 cm (10 1/2 x 72 1/16 in.)The Kelvin Smith Collection, given by Mrs. Kelvin SmithCCCC0
Gourd Flask with Floral Medallion
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Yongle period (1403-24)
1964.182porcelain with incised decoration and white glazeOverall: 28.1 x 20.4 cm (11 1/16 x 8 1/16 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin CollectionCCCC0
Landscape in the Style of Huang Gongwang
Gu Tianzhi (Chinese, active mid-1600s)
1970.3handscroll, ink and color on paperOverall: 25.5 x 717.5 cm (10 1/16 x 282 1/2 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Seated Guanyin
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
2006.140gilt bronze with polychromyOverall: 30.2 x 19.3 x 20.4 cm (11 7/8 x 7 5/8 x 8 1/16 in.)Gift of William Kelly Simpson in memory of his wife Marilyn M. Simpson and her grandparents Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller, Jr.CCCC0
Squirrel on a Pine Branch
Song Tian (Chinese, active 1300s)
2015.498hanging scroll, ink on paperOverall: 119.7 x 66.4 cm (47 1/8 x 26 1/8 in.)Gift from the Collection of George Gund IIICCCC0
Solitary Colors of the Autumn Woods
Wang Jianzhang (Chinese, active 1621–1662)
1972.68hanging scroll, ink and color on satinImage: 117.8 x 51.2 cm (46 3/8 x 20 3/16 in.); Overall: 227 x 81.3 cm (89 3/8 x 32 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Potter Seated with Double Gourd Vase
China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368) - Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1973.14Porcelain with underglaze decoration, qingbai ("blue-white") wareOverall: 13.5 cm (5 5/16 in.)The Severance and Greta Millikin Purchase FundCCCC0
Dish with Spray of Gardenia amidst Pomegranate, Lotus, and Grapes
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Hongzhi mark and reign (1488-1505)
1964.212porcelain with incised and underglaze coffee brown (iron oxide) decorationDiameter: 25.8 cm (10 3/16 in.); Overall: 26 cm (10 1/4 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin CollectionCCCC0
Mt. Taibo in the Style of Wang Meng
Du Qiong (Chinese, 1396–1474)
1968.195handscroll, ink and light color on paperPainting: 29.8 x 527.1 cm (11 3/4 x 207 1/2 in.); Overall: 30.6 x 976.7 cm (12 1/16 x 384 1/2 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Bowl with "Land of Daoist Immortals" Scene
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Xuande mark and reign (1426-35)
1962.260porcelain with underglaze blue decorationDiameter: 19.8 cm (7 13/16 in.); Overall: 6.9 cm (2 11/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Yellow Chrysanthemums and Red Osmanthus in the Style of Wang Yuan
Shen Zhou (Chinese, 1427–1509)
1997.100hanging scroll, ink on paperOverall: 397.1 x 127.4 cm (156 5/16 x 50 3/16 in.); Painting only: 288.5 x 106.3 cm (113 9/16 x 41 7/8 in.)Bequest of Mrs. A. Dean PerryCCCC0
Mount Hua
Tang Yin (Chinese, 1470–1523)
1969.116hanging scroll, ink and light color on paperPainting: 116.4 x 41.4 cm (45 13/16 x 16 5/16 in.); Overall with knobs: 213.5 x 66.7 cm (84 1/16 x 26 1/4 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Bowl with Dragons and Clouds
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Yongle period (1403-1424)
1964.165porcelain with molded and incised decoration and white glazeDiameter: 8.4 x 17.2 cm (3 5/16 x 6 3/4 in.); Overall: 8 cm (3 1/8 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin CollectionCCCC0
Brush Holder
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, "Transitional period", Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Chongzhen reign (1628-1644)
1940.709porcelainOverall: 19.1 cm (7 1/2 in.)Bequest of James ParmeleeCCCC0
Manjushri
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1989.67Hanging scroll, ink, color and gold on silkPainting: 124.8 x 107.3 cm (49 1/8 x 42 1/4 in.); Overall: 314.2 x 111.2 cm (123 11/16 x 43 3/4 in.); Overall with knobs: 314.2 x 122.8 cm (123 11/16 x 48 3/8 in.)Mr. and Mrs. William H. Marlatt FundCCCC0
A Scholar's Retreat amid Autumn Trees
Wang Fu (Chinese, 1362–1416)
1997.98hanging scroll, ink on paperImage: 58.7 x 27.2 cm (23 1/8 x 10 11/16 in.); Overall: 82.3 x 40 cm (32 3/8 x 15 3/4 in.)Bequest of Mrs. A. Dean PerryCCCC0
Lady Xuanwen Giving Instruction on the Rites of Zhou
Chen Hongshou (Chinese, 1598/99–1652)
1961.89Hanging scroll; ink and color on silkImage: 172.8 x 55.7 cm (68 1/16 x 21 15/16 in.); Overall: 293.9 x 71 cm (115 11/16 x 27 15/16 in.); with knobs: 293.9 x 79 cm (115 11/16 x 31 1/8 in.)Mr. and Mrs. William H. Marlatt FundCCCC0
Bowl
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Hongzhi mark and period (1488-1505)
1989.289porcelain with yellow glazeDiameter: 18 cm (7 1/16 in.); Overall: 8.2 cm (3 1/4 in.)Bequest of Mrs. Severance A. MillikinCCCC0
Libation Cup (Jue)
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Yongle reign (1402-1424)
1957.59glazed porcelainOverall: 15 cm (5 7/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Dish
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Xuande mark and period (1425-1435)
1989.286porcelain with blue glazeDiameter: 20.5 cm (8 1/16 in.); Overall: 4.2 cm (1 5/8 in.)Bequest of Mrs. Severance A. MillikinCCCC0
Lotus-Seed Bowl with Petals and Arabesques
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Yongle period (1403-1424)
1953.15porcelain with underglaze blue decorationDiameter: 10.2 cm (4 in.); Overall: 6 cm (2 3/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Baluster Jar and Cover
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368–1644) or Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
2020.179Porcelain with wucai (five-color) enamelsOverall: 36.8 x 23.8 cm (14 1/2 x 9 3/8 in.)Nancy F. and Joseph P. Keithley Collection GiftCCCC0
Jar with Chrysanthemum Decoration: Fahua Ware
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1942.717porcelainOverall: 33.4 cm (13 1/8 in.)Bequest of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Flowers of Four Seasons, with Poems
Wang Guxiang (Chinese, 1501–1568)
1977.4handscroll, ink and light color on silkPainting only: 24 x 545 cm (9 7/16 x 214 9/16 in.); Overall: 24 x 547.5 cm (9 7/16 x 215 9/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Washing the Feet (from the Dusty World)
Wen Boren (Chinese, 1502–1575)
1997.103Hanging scroll mounted on a panel, ink and color on paperImage: 170.2 x 79.4 cm (67 x 31 1/4 in.)Bequest of Mrs. A. Dean PerryCCCC0
Brush Pot with Episode from Life on Sima Guang
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Qing dynasty, Shunzhi period (1644-61)
1964.179porcelain with underglaze blue decorationDiameter: 20.2 cm (7 15/16 in.); Overall: 20.4 cm (8 1/16 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin CollectionCCCC0
Ewer
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1952.477jadeOverall: 11.5 cm (4 1/2 in.)Anonymous GiftCCCC0
Bowl with Peony Decoration
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Xuande mark and reign (1425-1435)
1954.372porcelainDiameter: 20.5 cm (8 1/16 in.); Overall: 7.3 cm (2 7/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Paintings after Ancient Masters
Chen Hongshou (Chinese, 1598/99–1652)
1979.27Double album with twenty-two leaves; ink or ink and color on silkOverall: 30.2 x 26.7 cm (11 7/8 x 10 1/2 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Shoulao (The God of Longevity)
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1940.691ivoryOverall: 32.4 cm (12 3/4 in.)Bequest of James ParmeleeCCCC0
The Monk Budai
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1973.26woodOverall: 68 cm (26 3/4 in.)Gift of R. HosomiCCCC0
Embroidery from a Cloud Collar: Ocean, Rocks, and Peonies
China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368) - early Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1993.10silk and silver thread, silvered paper; needleloop embroideryOverall: 63.8 x 60 cm (25 1/8 x 23 5/8 in.); Mounted: 69.8 x 67.3 cm (27 1/2 x 26 1/2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Pair of Hexagonal Flower Pots
China, Henan province, Yuxian, Juntai, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1942.661porcelaneous stoneware, numbered Jun wareOverall: 12.5 x 15 cm (4 15/16 x 5 7/8 in.); Part 2: 13.4 x 14 cm (5 1/4 x 5 1/2 in.)Bequest of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Fish
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1977.201hanging scroll, ink and slight color on silkPainting: 35.1 x 53.3 cm (13 13/16 x 21 in.); Overall with knobs: 124.8 x 72.5 cm (49 1/8 x 28 9/16 in.)Gift of Herbert F. Leisy in memory of his wife, Helen Stamp LeisyCCCC0
Poet and Recluse Hanshan
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1991.117hanging scroll, ink and color on silkPainting: 143.5 x 71.8 cm (56 1/2 x 28 1/4 in.); Overall with knobs: 280.5 x 90.5 cm (110 7/16 x 35 5/8 in.)Seventy-fifth anniversary gift of Leighton R. LonghiCCCC0
Clearing Autumn Mists in the Chu Mountains
Lan Ying (Chinese, 1585–after 1664)
1971.231hanging scroll, ink and light color on silkPainting: 185.3 x 48.4 cm (72 15/16 x 19 1/16 in.); Overall with knobs: 283.5 x 71.5 cm (111 5/8 x 28 1/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Bowl with Fish and Water Plants
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Jiajing mark and reign (1522-66)
1964.173porcelain with underglaze blue decorationDiameter: 16.1 cm (6 5/16 in.); Overall: 7.8 cm (3 1/16 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin CollectionCCCC0
No image available
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1975.254woodblock-printed book with painted edgesOverall: 26.6 x 16.8 cm (10 1/2 x 6 5/8 in.)Gift of Mrs. Martin M. ReedCCCC0
Spring Rain Thatched Hut
Wang Jianzhang (Chinese, active 1621–1662)
2008.108handscroll, ink on paperImage: 31 x 81.5 cm (12 3/16 x 32 1/16 in.); Overall: 34.2 x 1164 cm (13 7/16 x 458 1/4 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Plate with Phoenix and Peonies
China, Southern Fujian province, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1954.579Porcelain with underglaze blue, "Swatow" wareDiameter: 47.3 cm (18 5/8 in.); Overall: 9.7 cm (3 13/16 in.)Gift of Osborne and Victor HaugeCCCC0
A Solitary Crane in the Bamboo Grove
Tao Hong (Chinese, active c. 1610–1640)
1999.224album leaf, ink and color on silkOverall: 24.5 x 26.7 cm (9 5/8 x 10 1/2 in.)Gift of Dr. and Mrs. Sherman E. LeeCCCC0
Ink Cake with One Hundred Children at Play
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1942.214molded inkDiameter: 12.8 cm (5 1/16 in.); Overall: 2 cm (13/16 in.)Gift of Henry W. KentCCCC0
A Hundred Sparrows in a Lofty Grove
Lin Liang (Chinese, 1416–1480)
1981.4handscroll, ink on silkOverall: 28.6 x 498.2 cm (11 1/4 x 196 1/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Cupstand with Floral Scrolls
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Hongwu reign (1368-1398)
1984.162porcelain painted in underglaze redDiameter: 22.3 cm (8 3/4 in.); Overall: 2.5 cm (1 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin Purchase FundCCCC0
No image available
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1961.212lacquerOverall: 126.4 x 30.2 cm (49 3/4 x 11 7/8 in.)Worcester R. Warner CollectionCCCC0
Eighteen Views of Huzhou
Song Xu (Chinese, 1525-c. 1606)
1998.78Album of eighteen leaves; ink and color on silkEach leaf: 26.4 x 28.4 cm (10 3/8 x 11 3/16 in.)The Severance and Greta Millikin Purchase FundCCCC0
Jar with Scenes from the Land of Daoist Immortals
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1972.63porcelain with underglaze blue decorationOverall: 36.3 cm (14 5/16 in.)Norman O. Stone and Ella A. Stone Memorial FundCCCC0
Canopy with Dragon among Flowers
China, Center: Southern Song dynasty (1127-1270) Border: Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1995.1Center: silk, gold, tapestry weave (kesi). Border: silk, gold, lampas weaveOverall: 87 x 84.5 cm (34 1/4 x 33 1/4 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Four Poems: Calligraphy in Cursive Script (xingshu)
Chen Jiru (Chinese, 1558–1639)
2004.65handscroll; ink on gold speckled paperCalligraphy section: 27 x 195 cm (10 5/8 x 76 3/4 in.)Gift of Dr. Roger Y.K. and Mrs. Evangeline C. Hsu, Dr. Daphne T. Hsu, and Dr. Jeffrey T. Hsu in honor of Dr. Ju-hsi ChouCCCC0
Garden Seat:  Fahua Ware
China, Jiangxi province, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1942.704porcelainOverall: 40 cm (15 3/4 in.)Bequest of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Miracle of the Dragon
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1991.9hanging scroll, ink, color, and gold on silkImage: 109.2 x 58.5 cm (43 x 23 1/16 in.); Overall: 205.4 x 76.4 cm (80 7/8 x 30 1/16 in.)Andrew R. and Martha Holden Jennings FundCCCC0
Jar:  Celadon Ware
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1917.378stonewareGift of Ralph KingCCCC0
Candlesticks
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1989.298glazed porcelain with metal rimsOverall: 32.4 cm (12 3/4 in.)Bequest of Mrs. Severance A. MillikinCCCC0
Ducks under Reeds
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1915.117hanging scroll, ink and color on silkOverall: 122.5 x 79.4 cm (48 1/4 x 31 1/4 in.)Gift of Charles L. FreerCCCC0
Meditative Visit to a Mountain Retreat: In Picture and in Words
Xiang Shengmo (Chinese, 1597–1658)
1962.42handscroll, ink on paperOverall: 30.5 x 273 cm (12 x 107 1/2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Bowl
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Kangxi reign (1661-1722)
1940.962porcelainOverall: 45.2 cm (17 13/16 in.)Bequest of James ParmeleeCCCC0
Basket Shaped Vase: Ding Ware
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1989.300glazed porcelainDiameter: 13.5 cm (5 5/16 in.); Overall: 17.8 cm (7 in.)Bequest of Mrs. Severance A. MillikinCCCC0
Stem Cup
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1989.322white jadeDiameter: 14.2 cm (5 9/16 in.); Overall: 10.4 cm (4 1/8 in.)Bequest of Mrs. Severance A. MillikinCCCC0
Writing Books under the Pine Trees
Wang Meng (Chinese, c. 1308–1385)
1997.94Album leaf; ink and color on paperPainting: 39.8 x 56.9 cm (15 11/16 x 22 3/8 in.); Overall: 67.6 x 71.4 cm (26 5/8 x 28 1/8 in.)Bequest of Mrs. A. Dean PerryCCCC0
Altar Table
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1964.230Rosewood (huanghuali)Overall: 84.5 x 184.2 x 41.3 cm (33 1/4 x 72 1/2 x 16 1/4 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin CollectionCCCC0
Listening to the Sound of Autumn in a Misty Grove
Zhang Feng (Chinese, active c. 1632–1662)
1977.173Hanging scroll; ink and color on paperPainting: 96.5 x 34.5 cm (38 x 13 9/16 in.); Overall with knobs: 199.7 x 59 cm (78 5/8 x 23 1/4 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Low Table (Anji)
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1964.232rosewood (huanghuali)Overall: 36.9 x 134 x 26.7 cm (14 1/2 x 52 3/4 x 10 1/2 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin CollectionCCCC0
Bowl: Cizhou ware
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1948.207stonewareDiameter: 27.4 cm (10 13/16 in.); Overall: 16.4 cm (6 7/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Thin Forest and Distant Mountains
Li Liufang (Chinese, 1575–1629)
1953.630hanging scroll, ink on paperOverall: 114.3 x 40.3 cm (45 x 15 7/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Returning Peasants in a Spring Evening
Tao Hong (Chinese, active c. 1610–1640)
1999.223album leaf, ink and color on silkOverall: 24.5 x 26.7 cm (9 5/8 x 10 1/2 in.)Gift of Dr. and Mrs. Sherman E. LeeCCCC0
White-Glazed Jar with Hidden Design
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
2020.185Porcelain with sweet-white (tianbai; 甜白) glazeOverall: 13.9 x 16.4 cm (5 1/2 x 6 7/16 in.)Nancy F. and Joseph P. Keithley Collection GiftCCCC0
Round Covered Box with Medallions
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Jiajing mark and reign (1522-66)
1964.211porcelain with underglaze blue decorationDiameter: 5.8 cm (2 5/16 in.); Overall: 3.4 cm (1 5/16 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin CollectionCCCC0
Table Top Cupboard: Gui
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1964.231Rosewood (huanghuali)Overall: 83.8 x 43.2 cm (33 x 17 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin CollectionCCCC0
Vase:  Celadon Ware
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1917.8stonewareOverall: 43.8 cm (17 1/4 in.)Gift of Ralph KingCCCC0
Cup with Dragons and Phoenixes
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Jiajing mark and reign (1522-66)
1964.171porcelain with underglaze blue decorationDiameter: 11 cm (4 5/16 in.); Overall: 10.5 cm (4 1/8 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin CollectionCCCC0
Listening to the Bamboo
Wen Zhengming (Chinese, 1470–1559)
1977.172hanging scroll, ink on sutra paperPainting: 94.5 x 30.5 cm (37 3/16 x 12 in.); Overall with knobs: 202 x 55 cm (79 1/2 x 21 5/8 in.)Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
Mirror with Four Nipples, Four Quasi-Dragons, and Birds
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1995.393bronzeDiameter: 10.5 cm (4 1/8 in.); Overall: 1.1 cm (7/16 in.); Rim: 0.8 cm (5/16 in.)Gift of Drs. Thomas and Martha Carter in Honor of Sherman E. LeeCCCC0
Heavenly King Virudhaka
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1918.544hanging scroll, color on silkPainting only: 110 x 75.2 cm (43 5/16 x 29 5/8 in.); Overall: 243 x 95 cm (95 11/16 x 37 3/8 in.)Worcester R. Warner CollectionCCCC0
Game Table
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) - Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1955.38Rosewood (huanghuali)Overall: 82 x 72.2 cm (32 5/16 x 28 7/16 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Vase with Branch of Plum Blossoms
China, Shanxi province, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1944.223Glazed stoneware with molded and modeled decoration, Fahua wareOverall: 49.6 cm (19 1/2 in.)The Elisabeth Severance Prentiss CollectionCCCC0
Dish with Dragon and Clouds
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Jiajing mark and reign (1522-66)
1989.292porcelain with incised and underglaze blue decorationDiameter: 28.4 cm (11 3/16 in.)Bequest of Mrs. Severance A. MillikinCCCC0
Phoenix and Tree Peony
China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368) - Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1992.95Silk and silver thread: needle-loop embroidery, silvered paperOverall: 24.4 x 17.6 cm (9 5/8 x 6 15/16 in.)Gift of David TremayneCCCC0
Fish and Rocks
Bada Shanren (Chinese, 1626–1705)
1953.247Handscroll; ink on paperOverall: 29.2 x 157.4 cm (11 1/2 x 61 15/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Square Jar
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Jiajing mark and reign (1522-66)
1964.174porcelain with white glazeDiameter: 4.8 cm (1 7/8 in.); Overall: 12.1 x 10.1 cm (4 3/4 x 4 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin CollectionCCCC0
Bowl with Numinous Fungi and Kirin
Seifū Yohei III (Japanese, 1851–1914)
2022.241Porcelain with blue glaze, overglaze color enamel, and silver painting overlayheight: 8.3 cm (3 1/4 in.); Diameter: 18.3 cm (7 3/16 in.)Gift of James and Christine HeusingerCCCC0
Small Jardiniere with Three Legs:  Fahua Ware
China, Jiangxi province, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1942.713porcelainDiameter: 19.8 cm (7 13/16 in.); Overall: 15.3 cm (6 in.)Bequest of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Dish
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1972.257jadeOverall: 4.5 cm (1 3/4 in.)Bequest of Elizabeth B. BlossomCCCC0
Ink Cake
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1952.466ink cakeDiameter: 8.8 cm (3 7/16 in.)Gift of Bruce RogersCCCC0
Boy and Dog
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1961.15TurquoiseOverall: 3.9 x 5 cm (1 9/16 x 1 15/16 in.)Gift of Mrs. John Lyon Collyer in memory of her mother, Mrs. G. M. G. FormanCCCC0
Dragon and Tiger
Sesson Shūkei (Japanese, c. 1492–c. 1577)
1959.136.1One of a pair of six-panel folding screens; ink on paperPainting: 157.3 x 339 cm (61 15/16 x 133 7/16 in.); Framed: 172.3 x 354 cm (67 13/16 x 139 3/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Head of a Lohan
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1917.293earthenwareOverall: 39.4 cm (15 1/2 in.)Worcester R. Warner CollectionCCCC0
The Peach Blossom Spring
Liu Du (Chinese, active c. 1628-after 1653)
1971.227hanging scroll, ink and light color on satinPainting: 135.8 x 52 cm (53 7/16 x 20 1/2 in.); Overall with knobs: 241.5 x 79 cm (95 1/16 x 31 1/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Bulb Bowl
Northern China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368) - Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1942.660Porcelaneous stoneware, numbered Jun wareOverall: 7 x 20.3 cm (2 3/4 x 8 in.)Bequest of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Bowl with Dragons in Waves
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Zhengde mark and reign (1506-21)
1989.290porcelain with incised decoration and green overglaze enamel and resist enamel decoration on biscuitOverall: 7.4 x 16.5 cm (2 15/16 x 6 1/2 in.)Bequest of Mrs. Severance A. MillikinCCCC0
Looking for a Monastery in the Misty Mountains
Chen Chun (Chinese, 1483–1544)
1979.28hanging scroll, ink on paperOverall: 158 x 63.5 cm (62 3/16 x 25 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Tapestry
China, Ming Period (1368-1644)
1916.1334tapestry weave, silk and gold threadOverall: 198.1 x 66 cm (78 x 26 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Dish
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Jiajing mark and reign (1522-66)
1930.326porcelainDiameter: 20.4 cm (8 1/16 in.)Charles W. Harkness Endowment FundCCCC0
Bowl with Bands of Tibetan (Lança) Characters
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Wanli mark and reign (1573-1619)
1989.294porcelain with underglaze blue decorationDiameter: 12 cm (4 3/4 in.); Overall: 2.6 cm (1 in.)Bequest of Mrs. Severance A. MillikinCCCC0
Flowers and Rocks
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1915.116hanging scroll, color on silkOverall: 162.6 x 48.6 cm (64 x 19 1/8 in.)Gift of Charles L. FreerCCCC0
Platter
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1917.885porcelain with celadon glazeDiameter: 58.4 cm (23 in.)Gift of Ralph KingCCCC0
Octagonal Ink Cake
Cheng Junfang (Chinese, active c. 1570-c. 1624)
1942.232green ink cakeOverall: 9.2 cm (3 5/8 in.)Gift of Henry W. KentCCCC0
Wickerwork Box
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Wanli reign (1572-1620)
1965.30lacquered wickerwork (of woven bamboo) framed in wood with circular scene inlaid in mother-of-pearl and goldOverall: 7.7 x 13.8 cm (3 1/16 x 5 7/16 in.)Edward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
Ink Cake
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1942.213ink cakeOverall: 2.4 x 15 x 22.9 cm (15/16 x 5 7/8 x 9 in.)Gift of Henry W. KentCCCC0
Daoist Retreat in Mountain and Stream (Landscape after Ni Zan [1301–1374])
Lu Zhi (Chinese, 1496–1576)
1962.43hanging scroll, ink on paperOverall: 109.1 x 45.8 cm (42 15/16 x 18 1/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Teacups with Dragons
Seifū Yohei I (Japanese, 1801–1861)
2022.144Set of five tea cups; porcelain with underglaze blueheight (each): 4.5 cm (1 3/4 in.); diameter (each): 7 cm (2 3/4 in.)Gift of James and Christine HeusingerCCCC0
Beaker Vase
China, Shanxi province, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1944.224Porcelain, Fahua wareOverall: 45.2 cm (17 13/16 in.)The Elisabeth Severance Prentiss CollectionCCCC0
Landscape
Sesshū Tōyō (Japanese, 1420–1506)
2015.589Hanging scroll; ink and color on silkPainting: 143.6 x 72.7 cm (56 9/16 x 28 5/8 in.); Mounted: 251.1 x 90.3 cm (98 7/8 x 35 9/16 in.)Gift from the Collection of George Gund IIICCCC0
Brinjal Bowl
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) - Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1930.316white porcelainCharles W. Harkness Endowment FundCCCC0
Lotus Blossom
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) or later
1941.282color woodblock printOverall: 25.3 x 29.4 cm (9 15/16 x 11 9/16 in.)Edward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
Landscape
Sesshū Tōyō (Japanese, 1420–1506)
2015.590Hanging scroll; ink and color on silkPainting: 143.7 x 72.5 cm (56 9/16 x 28 9/16 in.); Mounted: 250.8 x 90.1 cm (98 3/4 x 35 1/2 in.)Gift from the Collection of George Gund IIICCCC0
Vase: Ding ware
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1915.364porcelainDiameter: 20 cm (7 7/8 in.); Overall: 33.7 cm (13 1/4 in.)Gift of Ralph KingCCCC0
Jar, T'u Ting yao
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1915.389porcelainDiameter: 27 cm (10 5/8 in.); Overall: 76.8 cm (30 1/4 in.)Gift of Ralph KingCCCC0
Bamboo and Rock
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) or later
1941.291color woodblock printOverall: 24.5 x 30 cm (9 5/8 x 11 13/16 in.)Edward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
Ink Cake with Architectural Design
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Qianlong inscription, mark, and reign (1736-95)
1942.212molded inkOverall: 2.4 x 13.4 cm (15/16 x 5 1/4 in.)Gift of Henry W. KentCCCC0
Scholar-Hermits in the Autumn Mountains
Tang Yin (Chinese, 1470–1523)
1976.94handscroll, ink and light color on silkOverall: 28.6 x 232.4 cm (11 1/4 x 91 1/2 in.)Andrew R. and Martha Holden Jennings FundCCCC0
Bowl with Ducks over Lotus Pond
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Wanli reign (1573-1620)
1989.293porcelain with underglaze blue decorationDiameter: 13.3 cm (5 1/4 in.); Overall: 6.6 cm (2 5/8 in.)Bequest of Mrs. Severance A. MillikinCCCC0
Pine Wind from Myriad Villages
Wu Li (Chinese, 1632–1718)
1954.584Hanging scroll; ink and light color on paperImage: 109.5 x 25.9 cm (43 1/8 x 10 3/16 in.); Overall: 207 x 44.9 cm (81 1/2 x 17 11/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Waiting for the Moon in the Mid Autumn Festival
Shi Rui (Chinese, c. 1400-c. 1470)
1973.72handscroll, ink, color, and gold on silkPainting: 27.5 x 155 cm (10 13/16 x 61 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Seal
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) or earlier
1942.488bronzeOverall: 3.1 cm (1 1/4 in.)Gift of Henry W. KentCCCC0
Sleeping Bird on a Prunus Branch
Bian Wenjin (Chinese, about 1354–1428)
1967.249album leaf, ink on silkOverall: 24.3 x 21 cm (9 9/16 x 8 1/4 in.)Gift of Dr. and Mrs. Sherman E. LeeCCCC0
Sacrificial Vessel
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) ?
1925.791bronzeOverall: 11.5 x 15.3 cm (4 1/2 x 6 in.)Gift of Samuel MatherCCCC0
Bamboo
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1932.129color woodblock printOverall: 28.3 x 30.8 cm (11 1/8 x 12 1/8 in.)Edward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
Untitled
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1932.131color woodblock printOverall: 28.3 x 30.8 cm (11 1/8 x 12 1/8 in.)Edward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
Branching Stump
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) or later
1941.281color woodblock printOverall: 28.6 x 24.8 cm (11 1/4 x 9 3/4 in.)Edward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
The Nine Elders of the Mountain of Fragrance
Xie Huan (Chinese, c. 1370-c.1450)
1997.99handscroll, ink and color on silkPainting: 29.4 x 148.9 cm (11 9/16 x 58 5/8 in.)Bequest of Mrs. A. Dean PerryCCCC0
Man on a Hillside under a Tree Overlooking a River
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) ?
1915.707Album leaf, ink and color on silkOverall: 23.4 x 25.3 cm (9 3/16 x 9 15/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Blossoms and Birds
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1932.127color woodblock printOverall: 28.3 x 30.8 cm (11 1/8 x 12 1/8 in.)Edward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
Blossoms
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1932.133color woodblock printOverall: 28.3 x 30.8 cm (11 1/8 x 12 1/8 in.)Edward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
Flowering Prunus
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) or later
1941.286color woodblock printOverall: 30.4 x 25 cm (11 15/16 x 9 13/16 in.)Edward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
Landscape
Shao Gao (Chinese, c. 1595-c. 1643)
1998.95folding fan, ink and color on gold paperOpen and extended: 17.5 x 54 cm (6 7/8 x 21 1/4 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Double Gourd-shaped Bottle: Ding ware
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1915.361porcelainDiameter: 22.3 cm (8 3/4 in.); Overall: 43.2 cm (17 in.)Gift of Ralph KingCCCC0
Tea Cup
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1930.305guri lacquerDiameter: 6.4 cm (2 1/2 in.); Overall: 7.6 cm (3 in.)Dudley P. Allen FundCCCC0
Untitled
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1932.132color woodblock printOverall: 28.3 x 30.8 cm (11 1/8 x 12 1/8 in.)Edward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
Bird Shaped Ink Stone
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) ?
1952.508jade Overall: 7.7 cm (3 1/16 in.)Anonymous GiftCCCC0
Box with Butterfly
Seifū Yohei I (Japanese, 1801–1861)
2022.149Porcelain with underglaze blueheight: 10 cm (3 15/16 in.); length: 11 cm (4 5/16 in.); width: 11 cm (4 5/16 in.)Gift of James and Christine HeusingerCCCC0
Horse
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) - Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1952.481jadeOverall: 3.5 cm (1 3/8 in.)Anonymous GiftCCCC0
Narcissus and Rocks
Lu Tianru (Chinese, first half of 1400s)
1974.28hanging scroll, ink on silkOverall: 66.8 x 42.8 cm (26 5/16 x 16 7/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Plants and Insects
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1915.711Ink and color on silk panelPainting: 147.3 x 106.6 cm (58 x 41 15/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Untitled
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1932.126color woodblock printOverall: 28.3 x 30.8 cm (11 1/8 x 12 1/8 in.)Edward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
Tripod Bulb Dish
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1917.309porcelainDiameter: 32.4 cm (12 3/4 in.); Overall: 10.8 cm (4 1/4 in.)Purchase, Worcester R. Warner CollectionCCCC0
Bowl: Cizhou ware
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1948.210stonewareDiameter: 28 cm (11 in.); Overall: 15.8 cm (6 1/4 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Tripod:  Ding
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1956.606porcelainDiameter: 19.1 cm (7 1/2 in.); Overall: 17.2 cm (6 3/4 in.)The Fanny Tewksbury King CollectionCCCC0
Dragon Mirror
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1995.377bronzeDiameter: 14.1 cm (5 9/16 in.); Overall: 1.3 cm (1/2 in.); Rim: 1 cm (3/8 in.)Gift of Drs. Thomas and Martha Carter in Honor of Sherman E. LeeCCCC0
Seated Guanyin
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1916.19gilt bronzeOverall: 22.1 x 16.7 cm (8 11/16 x 6 9/16 in.)Worcester R. Warner CollectionCCCC0
Fan-shaped Album Painting
Fan Kuan (Chinese, active c. 990–c. 1030)
1952.284ink and slight color on silkOverall: 27.9 x 23 cm (11 x 9 1/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Head of a Patriarch
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) or earlier
1925.133wood covered with lacquerOverall: 32 x 20 cm (12 5/8 x 7 7/8 in.)Dudley P. Allen FundCCCC0
Bamboo
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1932.130color woodblock printOverall: 28.3 x 30.8 cm (11 1/8 x 12 1/8 in.)Edward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
Bamboo
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1932.134color woodblock printOverall: 28.3 x 30.8 cm (11 1/8 x 12 1/8 in.)Edward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
Dish
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Wanli mark and reign (1573-1619)
1930.315porcelain with blue glazeDiameter: 21 cm (8 1/4 in.)Charles W. Harkness Endowment FundCCCC0
Gourd-shaped Vase
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1917.301porcelainOverall: 23.6 cm (9 5/16 in.)Purchase, Worcester R. Warner CollectionCCCC0
Swallow on Flowering Peach Branch
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) or later
1941.287color woodblock printOverall: 28.8 x 24.8 cm (11 5/16 x 9 3/4 in.)Edward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
Vase:  Dhong-ke Ware
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1956.712white crackled stonewareOverall: 11.8 cm (4 5/8 in.)The Fanny Tewksbury King CollectionCCCC0
Flowering Magnolia and Peach Blossoms
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) or later
1941.284color woodblock printOverall: 28.8 x 25 cm (11 5/16 x 9 13/16 in.)Edward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
Bowl with Auspicious Words and Floral Motifs
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
2022.243Stoneware with overglaze color enamelsheight: 9 cm (3 9/16 in.); Diameter: 21.5 cm (8 7/16 in.)Gift of James and Christine HeusingerCCCC0
Vase
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1917.2porcelain, Ding wareOverall: 26.4 cm (10 3/8 in.)Gift of Ralph KingCCCC0
Helmet
Sino-Tibetan, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1917.305iron inlaid with goldOverall: 31.5 cm (12 3/8 in.)Worcester R. Warner CollectionCCCC0
Pilgrim Bottle
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1917.313porcelainOverall: 20.4 cm (8 1/16 in.)Purchase, Worcester R. Warner CollectionCCCC0
Untitled
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1932.128color woodblock printOverall: 28.3 x 30.8 cm (11 1/8 x 12 1/8 in.)Edward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
Double Gourd-shaped Green Vase
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1956.711stonewareOverall: 20.2 cm (7 15/16 in.)The Fanny Tewksbury King CollectionCCCC0
Landscape in Color after Ni Zan
Wang Yuanqi (Chinese, 1642–1715)
1954.583Hanging scroll; ink and light color on paperPainting: 80.6 x 43.8 cm (31 3/4 x 17 1/4 in.); Overall with knobs: 217.7 x 68.5 cm (85 11/16 x 26 15/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Reclining Water Buffalo
China, Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), Kangxi reign (1642-1722)
1962.223JadeOverall: 6.2 x 7.7 cm (2 7/16 x 3 1/16 in.)Gift of Mrs. John Lyon Collyer in memory of her mother, Mrs. G. M. G. FormanCCCC0
Covered Box with Dragons
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Wanli reign (1572-1620)
1992.76porcelain with underglaze blue decorationOverall: 8.9 x 15.2 cm (3 1/2 x 6 in.)Bequest of Harley C. Lee and Elizabeth K. LeeCCCC0
Gu-Shaped Vase
Seifū Yohei III (Japanese, 1851–1914)
2022.224Porcelain with molded and carved design and cherry-blossom glazeOverall: 31.1 x 13.5 cm (12 1/4 x 5 5/16 in.)Gift of James and Christine HeusingerCCCC0
Bowl
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Xuande reign (1425-1435)
1920.410porcelainOverall: 9 cm (3 9/16 in.)Gift of J. H. WadeCCCC0
Lonely Retreat Overlooking a Misty Valley
Sheng Maoye (Chinese, active early 1600s)
1961.88hanging scroll, ink and slight color on silkPainting: 181.2 x 93 cm (71 5/16 x 36 5/8 in.); Overall with knobs: 256.5 x 121.9 cm (101 x 48 in.)Mr. and Mrs. William H. Marlatt FundCCCC0
Gu-shaped Vase
Seifū Yohei III (Japanese, 1851–1914)
2022.223Porcelain with crackled glaze27.9 cm (11 in.); Diameter of top: 14.6 cm (5 3/4 in.)Gift of James and Christine HeusingerCCCC0
Bottle with Incised and Sgraffito Fish Design
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1962.153stoneware with incised design (Buncheong ware)Outer diameter: 17 cm (6 11/16 in.); Overall: 30.6 cm (12 1/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Ritual Weapons
Sino-Tibetan, Derge School, Yongle period (1403-1427)
1978.9iron alloy with gold and silver inlayOverall: 40.4 cm (15 7/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Vase:  Fahua ware
China, Jiangxi province, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1920.405porcelainOverall: 29.9 cm (11 3/4 in.)Gift of J. H. WadeCCCC0
Drinking in the Moonlight
Ma Yuan (Chinese, c. 1150-after 1255)
1997.89Album leaf; ink on silkPainting: 24.5 x 25 cm (9 5/8 x 9 13/16 in.); Overall: 67.6 x 39.2 cm (26 5/8 x 15 7/16 in.)Bequest of Mrs. A. Dean PerryCCCC0
Brush Holder with Bamboo and Landscape Design
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1988.74carved bambooOverall: 10.1 x 9 cm (4 x 3 9/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Nesting Dishes with Scattered Pine Needles and Maple Leaves
Seifū Yohei I (Japanese, 1801–1861)
2022.147Pair of dishes; stoneware with underglaze blue, iron oxide, slip, and crackled glaze, and overglaze color enamelinner dish: 6.7 x 14.4 x 11.5 cm (2 5/8 x 5 11/16 x 4 1/2 in.); outer dish: 7.5 x 15.3 x 12.7 cm (2 15/16 x 6 x 5 in.)Gift of James and Christine HeusingerCCCC0
Fishermen Plate
China, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Yongzheng reign (1723–35)
2021.146Egg-shell porcelain with famille rose enamel overglaze decorationDiameter: 3.6 x 21 cm (1 7/16 x 8 1/4 in.)Dudley P. Allen FundCCCC0
Guan-Shaped Vessel with Floral Scroll
Seifū Yohei IV (Japanese, 1872–1951)
2022.227Porcelain with molded and carved design and cream glazeheight: 25.7 cm (10 1/8 in.); Diameter: 24.2 cm (9 1/2 in.)Gift of James and Christine HeusingerCCCC0
Haboku (Flung-ink) Landscape
Shūgetsu Tōkan (Japanese, 1440?-1529)
1976.59hanging scroll; ink on paperImage: 59.5 x 26.9 cm (23 7/16 x 10 9/16 in.); Overall: 151.1 x 40.6 cm (59 1/2 x 16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Flattened Ovoid Snuff Bottle with Stopper
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Wanli reign (1572-1620)
1944.210porcelainOverall: 7 cm (2 3/4 in.)The Elisabeth Severance Prentiss CollectionCCCC0
No image available
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Jiajing reign (1521-1566)
1987.159woodblock printed book on paper, illustrated frontispiece and endpiece depicting Buddhist deitiesClosed: 35 x 12.2 cm (13 3/4 x 4 13/16 in.); Frontispiece: 26 x 48.5 cm (10 1/4 x 19 1/8 in.)Gift of Donald J. Wineman in memory of his wife, SusanCCCC0
Herbaceous Peony
Yun Shouping (Chinese, 1633–1690)
1967.192Hanging scroll; ink and color on silkPainting: 118.7 x 71.8 cm (46 3/4 x 28 1/4 in.); Overall with knobs: 226 x 84.4 cm (89 x 33 1/4 in.)Gift of the American Foundation for the Maud E. and Warren H. Corning Botanical CollectionCCCC0
Bowl with Dragon Roundels
Seifū Yohei III (Japanese, 1851–1914)
2022.237Porcelain with underglaze blue, iron oxide, and yellow glaze8.1 x 18.2 cm (3 3/16 x 7 3/16 in.)Gift of James and Christine HeusingerCCCC0
Streams and Mountains
Xu Ben (Chinese, 1335–1380)
1997.96hanging scroll, ink on paperImage: 92.2 x 37.6 cm (36 5/16 x 14 13/16 in.); Overall: 228 x 54.5 cm (89 3/4 x 21 7/16 in.)Bequest of Mrs. A. Dean PerryCCCC0
Brushwasher in Form of Lingzhi Fungus
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Qianlong mark and reign (1736-95)
1964.225porcelain with celadon glazeOverall: 0.8 x 11.1 cm (5/16 x 4 3/8 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin CollectionCCCC0
Landscape with Flying Geese
Ma Lin (Chinese, c. 1185–after 1260)
1952.285Album leaf; ink and slight color on silkImage: 25.5 x 26.5 cm (10 1/16 x 10 7/16 in.); with mat: 33.3 x 40.5 cm (13 1/8 x 15 15/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Meiping Vase with Carved Floral Sprays
China, Song dynasty (960-1279)
2017.20Porcelain with pale bluish-white glaze, qingbai ("blue-white") wareOverall: 37.7 x 23.5 cm (14 13/16 x 9 1/4 in.)Gift of Donna and James ReidCCCC0
Empty Arbor and Rapid Waterfall
Zhang Ning (Chinese, 1426-c. 1495)
1985.368hanging scroll, ink and color on paperOverall: 109.8 x 38.1 cm (43 1/4 x 15 in.)The Kelvin Smith Collection, given by Mrs. Kelvin SmithCCCC0
The Holy Family
Northern India, Mughal court, early 17th century
2013.312Gum tempera and gold on paperGift in honor of Madeline Neves Clapp; Gift of Mrs. Henry White Cannon by exchange; Bequest of Louise T. Cooper; Leonard C. Hanna Jr. Fund; From the Catherine and Ralph Benkaim CollectionCCCC0
Vase
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1952.506jadeOverall: 17.2 cm (6 3/4 in.)Anonymous GiftCCCC0
Hu-Shaped Vase with Handles
Seifū Yohei IV (Japanese, 1872–1951)
2022.226Porcelain with molded and carved design and green glazeheight: 31 cm (12 3/16 in.); Diameter: 21.5 cm (8 7/16 in.)Gift of James and Christine HeusingerCCCC0
Ink Cake with Dragon in Relief
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1942.211ink cakeDiameter: 15 cm (5 7/8 in.)Gift of Henry W. KentCCCC0
Ink Cake
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1942.236ink cakeOverall: 3.6 cm (1 7/16 in.)Gift of Henry W. KentCCCC0
Ink Cake
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1942.205ink cakeOverall: 2.4 x 8.8 cm (15/16 x 3 7/16 in.)Gift of Henry W. KentCCCC0
Tortoise
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1952.569yellowish green jade with brown markingsOverall: 6.1 cm (2 3/8 in.)Anonymous GiftCCCC0
Tong-shaped Vase with Band of Cloud
Seifū Yohei III (Japanese, 1851–1914)
2022.225Porcelain with molded and carved design and green glazeheight: 26.7 cm (10 1/2 in.); Diameter: 11.4 cm (4 1/2 in.); height with stand: 29.8 cm (11 3/4 in.)Gift of James and Christine HeusingerCCCC0
Horse
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1952.480jadeOverall: 3.4 cm (1 5/16 in.)Anonymous GiftCCCC0
Vase
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Wanli reign (1572-1620)
1930.307porcelain with underglaze blue decorationOverall: 21.4 cm (8 7/16 in.)Dudley P. Allen FundCCCC0
Box with Cover
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Wanli reign (1572-1620)
1966.117porcelain with wucai (five color) overglaze enamel decorationOverall: 9 x 18.4 cm (3 9/16 x 7 1/4 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Teapot with Landscape and Imperial Poem
Chen Hanwen (Chinese, active c. 1720s–90s)
1980.27Stoneware, with gold pigment, Yixing wareDiameter: 10.8 cm (4 1/4 in.); Overall: 7.5 cm (2 15/16 in.); with spout: 15 cm (5 7/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Center Table
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) - Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1955.39huali (ptero-carpus indicus [Burmese or East Indian Rosewood])Overall: 82.5 x 94 cm (32 1/2 x 37 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Wrist Rest
China, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Qianlong reign (1736–95)
1970.145jadeOverall: 16.2 cm (6 3/8 in.)Gift of Mrs. John Lyon Collyer in memory of her mother, Mrs. G. M. G. FormanCCCC0
Peonies
China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368)
1976.90hanging scroll, ink and color on silkPainting: 145.5 x 88.3 cm (57 5/16 x 34 3/4 in.); Overall with knobs: 256 x 113.2 cm (100 13/16 x 44 9/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Champion Vase
China, Song dynasty (960-1279) - Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1952.505jadeOverall: 8.9 x 9.2 x 4.6 cm (3 1/2 x 3 5/8 x 1 13/16 in.)Anonymous GiftCCCC0
Ten Thousand Li of the Yangzi
Dai Jin (Chinese, 1388–1462)
1948.140handscroll, watercolor on paperOverall: 34.3 x 1172.2 cm (13 1/2 x 461 1/2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Gu-Shaped Vase with Patina
Seifū Yohei IV (Japanese, 1872–1951)
2022.230Porcelain with overglaze color enamel31.2 x 16.5 cm (12 5/16 x 6 1/2 in.)Gift of James and Christine HeusingerCCCC0
Recumbent Bull
China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1985.74gilt bronzeOverall: 3.5 x 7 cm (1 3/8 x 2 3/4 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Bamboo in the Wind
Puming (Xuechuang) (Chinese, active before 1274-after 1329)
1953.246Hanging scroll; ink on silkPainting: 77.6 x 45.7 cm (30 9/16 x 18 in.); Overall with knobs: 209.5 x 75.5 cm (82 1/2 x 29 3/4 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Fluted Tray
China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368) - Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1988.55red lacquerDiameter: 32.7 cm (12 7/8 in.)The Severance and Greta Millikin Purchase FundCCCC0
Double Cabinet
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) - Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1997.124red lacquer on wood with pigment and gildingOverall: 152.4 x 89.5 x 41.9 cm (60 x 35 1/4 x 16 1/2 in.); Pin: 10.5 x 1.6 x 0.4 cm (4 1/8 x 5/8 x 3/16 in.)Bequest of Mrs. A. Dean PerryCCCC0
Bowl with Birds and Flowers
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), "Transitional Period," Shunzi period (1644-61)
1964.227porcelain with incised and sancai (3-color) enamel decorationDiameter: 17.5 cm (6 7/8 in.); Overall: 9.2 cm (3 5/8 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin CollectionCCCC0
Purba
Sino-Tibetan, Yongle period (1403-1424)
1989.362metal alloys with gold and silverOverall: 27 x 6 cm (10 5/8 x 2 3/8 in.)Bequest of Mrs. Severance A. MillikinCCCC0
Hunting on Horses
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) - Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1915.680Hanging scroll; ink and color on silkPainting: 276 x 147.5 cm (108 11/16 x 58 1/16 in.); Overall with knobs: 380 x 184 cm (149 5/8 x 72 7/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Sacred Name of Tenjin
Sakugen Shūryō (Japanese, 1501–1579)
2015.508hanging scroll; ink on paperOverall: 105.4 x 18.4 cm (41 1/2 x 7 1/4 in.)Gift from the Collection of George Gund IIICCCC0
Large Jar with Peonies and Chrysanthemums
Japan, Edo period (1615-1868)
1964.266Imari ware porcelain with underglaze blue decorationDiameter: 30.5 cm (12 in.); height: 40.1 cm (15 13/16 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin CollectionCCCC0
Silk Panel with Dragon and Cloud Motif
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Jiangnan Imperial Factory
1976.1087Silk and metal thread: Jacquard weaveOverall: 373.4 x 71.1 cm (147 x 28 in.)Gift of C. L. BurtonCCCC0
Landscape
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1917.94handscroll, ink and slight color on silkOverall: 32.4 x 282.1 cm (12 3/4 x 111 1/16 in.)Worcester R. Warner CollectionCCCC0
Bowl: Jun ware
South China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368) - Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1942.664glazed gray stonewareDiameter: 19.4 cm (7 5/8 in.); Overall: 8.6 cm (3 3/8 in.)Bequest of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Bowl: Jun ware
South China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368) - Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1942.666glazed gray stonewareDiameter: 18.4 cm (7 1/4 in.); Overall: 8.2 cm (3 1/4 in.)Bequest of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Lake Scene
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) ?
1915.708Album leaf, ink and color on silkGift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Han Yige
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1915.111hanging scroll, color on silkPainting: 142.9 x 82.1 cm (56 1/4 x 32 5/16 in.); Overall with knobs: 194 x 95.5 cm (76 3/8 x 37 5/8 in.)Gift of Charles L. FreerCCCC0
Madam Han Neefang
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1915.112hanging scroll, ink and color on silkPainting: 130 x 78.3 cm (51 3/16 x 30 13/16 in.)Gift of Charles L. FreerCCCC0
Views of Xiao and Xiang Rivers
Tani Bunchō (Japanese, 1763–1841)
1980.188four album leaves remounted as hanging scrolls; ink and color on paperEach painting: 29.5 x 49 cm (11 5/8 x 19 5/16 in.); Each mounted: 129 x 67 cm (50 13/16 x 26 3/8 in.)Andrew R. and Martha Holden Jennings FundCCCC0
Rank Badge (buzi)
China, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Qianlong reign (1736–95)
1948.70silk, satin weave; silk, gold metal thread, and peacock feather embroideryOverall: 31.1 x 31.1 cm (12 1/4 x 12 1/4 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Ewer
China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368) - Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1957.28porcelainOverall: 17.5 cm (6 7/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Toad
China, Six Dynasties period (317-581), Northern Wei dynasty (386-534)
1977.208gilt bronzeOverall: 5 cm (1 15/16 in.)Gift of Herbert F. Leisy in memory of his wife, Helen Stamp LeisyCCCC0
Album of Daoist and Buddhist Themes: Search the Mountain: Leaf 41
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
2004.1.41Album, ink on paperSheet: 34.3 x 38.5 cm (13 1/2 x 15 3/16 in.)John L. Severance Fund in honor of Dr. Ju-hsi Chou and Gift of various donors to the department of Asian Art (by exchange)CCCC0
Flower Pot Stand or Bulb Bowl
China, possibly Henan province, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368) - Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1944.169glazed gray stoneware, Jun wareDiameter: 25.4 cm (10 in.); Overall: 8.6 cm (3 3/8 in.)The Elisabeth Severance Prentiss CollectionCCCC0
Rank Badge (buzi)
China, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Qianlong reign (1736–95)
1948.71Silk: satin weave; silk and metal thread: embroideryOverall: 25.4 x 25.1 cm (10 x 9 7/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Buddhist Retreat by Stream and Mountains
Juran (Chinese, active 960–985)
1959.348Hanging scroll; ink on silkPainting only: 184.5 x 56.1 cm (72 5/8 x 22 1/16 in.); Overall with knobs: 260.5 x 77.4 cm (102 9/16 x 30 1/2 in.)Gift of Katharine Holden ThayerCCCC0
Snow Coloring the World White
Fa Ruozhen (Chinese, 1613–1696)
1979.76handscroll, ink on paperImage: 29.3 x 297.2 cm (11 9/16 x 117 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Rank Badge (buzi)
China, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Qianlong reign (1736–95)
1948.72silk, satin weave; silk and metal thread embroideryOverall: 27.3 x 26 cm (10 3/4 x 10 1/4 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Pair of Bowls with Xiwangmu and Attendants
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Kangxi reign (1662-1722), but Chenghua mark (1465-87)
1964.218porcelain with famille verte overglaze enamel decorationDiameter: 14.3 cm (5 5/8 in.); Overall: 17.8 cm (7 in.); Vessel: 14.4 cm (5 11/16 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin CollectionCCCC0
Rank Badge (buzi)
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1916.1329silk and metal thread; slit tapestry weave (kesi)Overall: 29.5 x 31.3 cm (11 5/8 x 12 5/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Bowl
North China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368) - Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1957.37Glazed gray stoneware, Jun wareDiameter: 17.8 cm (7 in.); Overall: 7.7 cm (3 1/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Rank Badge (buzi)
China, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Qianlong reign (1736–95)
1948.69silk, satin weave; silk embroideryOverall: 31.8 x 30.5 cm (12 1/2 x 12 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Rank Badge (buzi)
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1916.1330silk; slit tapestry weave (kesi)Overall: 29.5 x 32 cm (11 5/8 x 12 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Birds and Flowers in a Landscape of the Four Seasons
Sesshū Tōyō (Japanese, 1420–1506)
1960.173Six-panel folding screen, ink and color on paperImage: 158.5 x 359.4 cm (62 3/8 x 141 1/2 in.); Overall: 175.2 x 374.4 cm (69 x 147 3/8 in.)Gift of Mrs. A. Dean PerryCCCC0
No image available
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1949.9Silk; compound twillOverall: 57.8 x 101.6 cm (22 3/4 x 40 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Dish with Figures in a Chinese Garden
Japan, Edo period (1615-1868)
1964.257Porcelain with underglaze blue and overglaze color enamel and gold with iron oxide (Arita ware)height: 3.2 cm (1 1/4 in.); Diameter: 21 cm (8 1/4 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin CollectionCCCC0
Magpies and Wild Rabbits
Li Yong (Chinese, active 1200s)
1997.87album leaf, ink and light color on silkPainting only: 25 x 24.5 cm (9 13/16 x 9 5/8 in.)Bequest of Mrs. A. Dean PerryCCCC0
Birds and Flowers in a Landscape of the Four Seasons
Sesshū Tōyō (Japanese, 1420–1506)
1961.204Six-panel folding screen, ink and color on paperImage: 158.5 x 359.4 cm (62 3/8 x 141 1/2 in.); Panel: 62.8 cm (24 3/4 in.); Including mounting: 174.6 x 281 cm (68 3/4 x 110 5/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Dish with Laozi Riding a Water Buffalo (interior); Pavilion and...
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen kilns, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Yongzheng reign (1723-35)
1989.315porcelain with underglaze blue decorationDiameter: 19.9 cm (7 13/16 in.); Overall: 7.2 cm (2 13/16 in.)Bequest of Mrs. Severance A. MillikinCCCC0
Dish with Landscape and Inscription
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Kangxi period (1662-1722)
2019.176porcelain, underglaze cobalt-blue decorationOverall: 12.3 cm (4 13/16 in.)The A. W. Ellenberger, Sr., Endowment FundCCCC0
Bamboo, Rocks and Lonely Orchids
Zhao Mengfu (Chinese, 1254–1322)
1963.515Handscroll; ink on paperMounted: 52.4 x 1337.7 cm (20 5/8 x 526 5/8 in.); Image: 50.9 x 147.8 cm (20 1/16 x 58 3/16 in.)John L. Severance Fund by exchangeCCCC0
Nine Songs
Zhang Wo (Chinese, active c.1336–after 1364) and 1 other
1959.138handscroll, ink on paperOverall: 28 x 438.2 cm (11 x 172 1/2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Barbarian Royalty Worshiping the Buddha
Zhao Guangfu (Chinese, c. 923–976)
1957.358Handscroll; ink and color on silkPainting section: 28.6 x 103.5 cm (11 1/4 x 40 3/4 in.); Overall with colophon: 28.6 x 667.7 cm (11 1/4 x 262 7/8 in.)Gift of Severance and Greta MillikinCCCC0
Album of Miscellaneous Subjects
Fan Qi (Chinese, 1616–after 1694)
1975.22album of ten leaves; ink and light color on silkImage: 12.6 x 17.3 cm (4 15/16 x 6 13/16 in.); Overall: 21 x 22 cm (8 1/4 x 8 11/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Scepter (Gui) with Miscellaneous Poems by Tao Qian (AD 365-427)
China, Possibly Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Qianlong period (1736-1795)
1960.278translucent white jadeOverall: 2.8 x 0.3 cm (1 1/8 x 1/8 in.)Gift of Mrs. John Lyon Collyer in memory of her mother, Mrs. G. M. G. FormanCCCC0
Old Trees by a Cool Spring
Li Shixing (Chinese, 1283–1328)
1970.41hanging scroll, ink on silkImage: 165.7 x 108.6 cm (65 1/4 x 42 3/4 in.); Overall with knobs: 280.5 x 117.5 cm (110 7/16 x 46 1/4 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0